This was a fantastic review even three years later! This is how all the car reviews should be. I have 4 boys and seeing a 6 ft man climbing in and out of the car actually gave me a good understanding of how my kids will fit
@alliejr
10 жыл бұрын
My child-seat years are behind me, but you've done a spectacular job going through all of the options including getting in/out of the 3rd row. I love that you do these videos along with the rear-seat legroom (behind yourself and behind 6-5 front seat). Keep up the excellent work!
@choyfamilyadventures
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex. Your reviews are very useful and what I want in a review - not just performance numbers but real world usability.
@leochen4891
8 жыл бұрын
Professionalism appreciated when buckled in the 3rd row
@sheko2265
8 жыл бұрын
I would like more specifics on installing a forward facing car seat in the center of the 3rd row, thanks!
@hometowndiy9109
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome review and just what I was looking for. We currently have two boys, 11 and 3 and are working on a third child. But my mother in law doesn't drive so we help her out with running errands and going shopping and stuff. It's not often that all 6 of us will be in the car at once, but better to plan on that than not.
@emailfilter7107
10 жыл бұрын
Bravo, Alex. First of all, I like that you review child seats. I haven't seen anyone else do this. Secondly, I do enjoy the insults against moms-in-law. If this were a sedan, the MIL should be placed in the trunk (preferably with a "trunk comfort score" of 0.) Since you do unusual reviews of child seat fitment, would you also consider an unusual addition to your reviews by demonstrating a vehicle at night (or in a darkened garage)? I know lots of people would be interested in not only how the headlights look and how well they illuminate the road, people also want to know what the interior lighting is like at night. You can hardly get a feel for that when shopping new cars in broad daylight, so it'd be very helpful to see it in a review. Keep up the good work.
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that! I'm glad that there are folks out there that find this information valuable. I have tried some of the night time work but digital cameras are so odd when it comes to light sensitivity I was never happy with the results. I might give it another go with the newer cameras I have now and see what happens.
@joysun364
Жыл бұрын
OMG Alex so young! KZitem making me nostalgia. 😂
@lalmathews
9 жыл бұрын
Great Review - Alex. Just about covered everything. I liked the use of Child Seats to show and have a feel of the actual space, on Seat Configuration.
@dannykwok2292
10 жыл бұрын
Just what i was looking for, good job!
@BTC909
10 жыл бұрын
Post how long it takes to open & close the power liftgate. I generally only power close a liftgate so I can just walk away. The rear glass is also great for filling the 3rd row cargo area when the 3rd row is up. If you stuffed the cargo area don't open the liftgate.
@A_guan
10 жыл бұрын
This would be good demo for the limited model as well!
@LittleManAiden1
10 жыл бұрын
does anyone know if you have a 17-18 inch wide car seat, can you attach to the 3rd row passenger side instead of the middle? this way you can collapse the 40 side of the 60/40 split 3rd row..
@wvuquentin
10 жыл бұрын
Both my Rav and the 4Runner it replaced recommended the seat to be fully reclined when installing the car seat. Odd that they want it as upright as possible in the Highlander.
@frzspillz
3 жыл бұрын
Lol..because if it's reclined no one will be comfortable back there..
@kyleblankenship4522
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Great review. Might go pick one up now.
@ajusunaina
10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comments. Can a "regular" driver (not necessary a sports car enthusiast) actually feel the difference in handling dynamics if you had to compare the HL 2014 and Mdx 2014?
@A_guan
10 жыл бұрын
Hey Alex, I'm going o buy a new suv soon but don't know which to get I've narrowed it down to the highlander limited, Pathfinder platinum, dodge Durango limited and the Ford flex limited. Which should that has the best road quality materials, room inside, and the one that has the most features, and just overall best! Can't wait for the highlander full review!
@alliejr
10 жыл бұрын
Check out the Acura MDX. I've owned previous gen since 2007 and while it's not much to look at on the outside, it has been HUGELY reliable, comfortable and fuel efficient (20 mpg over 7 years). And after 80,000 miles, it is as smooth and quiet as it was as new. Zero squeaks, rattles or poorly worn trim. Highest quality vehicle I have ever owned by a mile.
@A_guan
10 жыл бұрын
I'm looking for a new vehicle
@alliejr
10 жыл бұрын
Tech Defender Yes, I meant you check out the *NEW* Acura MDX as the previous gen is/was fantastic and in the same price range as the others you are checking out.
@BTC909
10 жыл бұрын
Any response from the mother in law?
@kadad5220
6 жыл бұрын
Can car seat for kids with age 2 years fit to 3rd raw??
@Shane23Armada
9 жыл бұрын
Can the platinum come in 8 passenger
@rajasaab6372
10 жыл бұрын
Alex, have you done a 2014 Honda Pilot and 2014 Ford Explorer reviews. Couldn't find them yet. Am deciding between these 3 models.
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
I haven't done the Pilot because a new 2015 model will be out soon and the Explorer review was before I started the channel. I'll see what I can do about getting the Explorer in for a review and you should see something on the Pilot around the Summer.
@rajasaab6372
10 жыл бұрын
Alex on Autos I heard about the 2015 Pilot and how its going to be a 'leap' over 2014...you think it will be out around June? thats when i am looking to buy.. Thanks for the response! btw..i like how you focus more of your reviews on 'everyday usable things' (seating, leg space etc) in a car..thanks!!
@georgesnyder5337
9 жыл бұрын
Alex on Autos Thanks - we are getting ready for kid #2 and are looking at slightly used Highlanders, Explorers, Durangos, and Pilots. I have read that the Explorer is not as friendly to child seats in the second row but that is something that most reviews do not focus on. I REALLY want to like the outgoing Pilot as the packaging and family-friendly features on the inside are hard to top even at its old age, but the old design (on many fronts) and poor IIHS small overlap performance (for what that is worth) have us pushing it down the list.
@AAutoBuyersGuide
9 жыл бұрын
The Pilot, MDX, Durano and Pathfinder are quite kid friendly. The Pathfinder is especially handy if you have multiple child seats in the second row as it is really the only vehicle that allows you to leave the seat buckled in and still move the seat forward for better 3rd row access. The Pilot has more LATCH anchors ans seating positions than other entries making it more versatile than many options but it doesn't have the slick feature the Nissan has to leave the child seat in place.
@paulie0706
10 жыл бұрын
Will you have a full review of the Limited model?
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
I doubt it at this time, but I may have a full review of the Hybrid Limited at some point. If you have any specific questions feel free to drop me an email
@islandgirl103
10 жыл бұрын
Hi Alex, now that you've had a chance to drive the 2014 Highlander for a while, how does it compare in ride/handling/accommodations to the new, three-row Hyundai Santa Fe? Also, I've read a few reviews that say the 2014 Highlander has a rough ride. Did you find that to be the case?
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
***** The Santa Fe isa bit smaller and a bit more cramped in the back but it is well priced.
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
CJ, I would not call the ride rough, but Toyota certainly tuned the Highlander towards the firmer end of the crossover segment. It's also tuned toward the sportier end of the segment in terms of handling and dynamics. This is a shift for the Highlander which was more of a highway cruiser but it's a shift I actually liked.
@edwardgoniee7431
10 жыл бұрын
Do you know how many inches from the front seats to the second seats?
@AAutoBuyersGuide
10 жыл бұрын
I don't have that information but you could probably email Toyota via the contact info on their website.
@dcuccia
10 жыл бұрын
Oh, mother-in-law slam.
@MrVolcinp
10 жыл бұрын
Lol! Third row seat for bad children and mother in law. Great review though.
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