Positioned between XLE and Limited grades, 2021 Highlander XSE is powered by 295-hp 3.5L V-6 paired with 8-speed automatic transmission.
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In addition to two-tone red leather, Highlander XSE is available with black SofTex-trimmed seats with fabric inserts.
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Highlander XSE works with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa and offers all-access 3-month trial of SiriusXM.
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Toyota engineer Craig Payne says brand expects about 15% of Highlander customers to opt for XSE trim, and about half of those buyers will pick bold red interior.
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Toyota Highlander XSE gets restyled upper grille while larger lower air intake is integrated into new bumper, with unique headlamps, too.
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Lever atop second-row seats allows folding, sliding for easier third-row access.
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Spacious second row of '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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Red accents end at second row, as third-row seats are all black in '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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Head restraints with different colors in '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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Contrast stitching punctuates instrument panel of '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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Gauge cluster of '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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'We wanted to make sure this customer has a completely different visual experience," says Toyota engineer Craig Payne of Highlander XSE.
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Toyota Highlander XSE is available with Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD.
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Handsome brushed aluminum sillplate in '21 Toyota Highlander XSE.
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Highlander XSE offers 11-speaker JBL premium sound system and dynamic navigation with 3-year trial.
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