What kind of four-wheel drive is the Highlander equipped with?

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OJudah
07/30/25 12:48am
The Highlander is equipped with an on-demand four-wheel drive system. Taking the 2021 Highlander 4WD Elite Edition as an example, it is a mid-size 5-door 7-seater SUV with body dimensions of 4890mm in length, 1925mm in width, and 1715mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2790mm. The front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs an E-type multi-link independent suspension. The 2021 Highlander 4WD Elite Edition is powered by a 2.0T turbocharged engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum power of 162 kW at 5200-5600 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 Nm at 1800-4000 rpm.
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