The 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid belongs to the mid-size crossover SUV's first generation. This model year brings an innovative touch to the lineup by incorporating a powerful and fuel-efficient hybrid system, combining a 3.3-liter V6 gasoline engine with a high-torque electric drive motor-generator for an impressive total output of 268 horsepower. An electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) directs power to a full-time 4WD drivetrain. The Highlander Hybrid comfortably accommodates up to seven passengers and offers multiple trims including the base and Limited. Key safety features include antilock brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags and full-length curtain-type airbags. For technology, it includes a multi-informational display highlighting energy monitor, tire pressure monitor system along with a powerful six-speaker audio system. Additionally, it raised the bar for SUV emissions standards, having qualified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV).