2022 Toyota Highlander Goes For Bronze With New Special Edition

Toyota has expanded the 2022 Highlander family with the new Bronze Edition. Set to go on sale later this year, it will be priced between the Hybrid XLE and Hybrid Limited, the automaker says, which start at $43,135 and $47,440 respectively for the 2021 MY.

Available solely as a hybrid, the 2022 Highlander Bronze Edition brings a touch of… well, bronze, to the exterior and interior of the SUV. The accents can be found on the 18-inch wheels, door sills, and cabin stitching. The unique floor and cargo mats, along with a special bronze logo, are also included.

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Said to offer a glimpse into the updates of the 2022 Highlander, such as the electric adjustable passenger seat that will be standard on XLE models, the Highlander Bronze Edition brings a decent amount of gear. Things such as the LED daytime running lights, hands-free power tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, puddle lamps with the ‘Highlander’ logo, digital rearview mirror, in-dash ambient lighting, 10-way power seat for the driver, and 1500W power outlet are standard.

Launching with front- or all-wheel drive, the 2022 Highlander Bronze Edition uses a 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine and two electric motors. The assembly develops a total output of 240 HP and is backed up by a battery pack that is installed under the rear seats so that it doesn’t affect the rear passenger space and cargo area. Toyota estimates the new Highlander Bronze Edition will return 36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km) combined.

The special edition model comes with ToyotaCare and the basic 36-month/36,000-mile (57,936-km) warranty, and an additional 60-month warranty for the powertrain for 60,000 miles (96,561 km) and against corrosion perforation for 60 months. The hybrid-related components are accompanied by an 8-year/100,000-mile (160,934-km) warranty, while the battery is covered for 10 years or 150,000 miles (241,402 km).