Toyota has redesigned the original Highlander Hybrid in 2008. The changes are mainly cosmetic. The drive train is similar to the previous Highlander Hybrid, although the vehicle is able to maintain the same mileage ratings even though it's 500 pounds heavier than the 2007 model. Toyota says the 2008 model will be able to achieve a 31 MPG city and 27 highway.

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The Highlander Hybrid provides a total of seven airbags, including a driver's knee airbag and roll-sensing side curtain airbags for all three rows.

As with all Toyota SUVs for the last three years, Highlander will provide Toyota's STAR safety system, featuring:
• anti-lock brakes,
• traction control,
• electronic brake-force distribution,
• brake assist,
• and for the first time, enhanced vehicle stability control,
• with electronic power steering.

All hybrid versions of the Highlandernowl have full time four-wheel drive with intelligence.