2009 Toyota Highlander

At a Glance

Pricing $25,705 - $41,020
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.7l I4, 3.3l V6 HEV, 3.5l V6
Transmissions A5, A6, CVT
Fuel Economy 17-27 (city), 23-27 (highway)

The Toyota Highlander was one of the first SUVs to fit the definition of a car-based crossover SUV. Introduced in 2008, the second generation grew significantly in size which unsurprisingly made it about the same size as a Honda Pilot. The Highlander offers optional 3 row seating with a unique middle row seating concept featuring a small bridging seat that stows in the front center console. The base model is powered by a fuel efficient four-cylinder engine. All other models except the hybrid version feature a 270hp 3.5L V6, five-speed automatic and either front- or all-wheel drive. Highlander hybrid models feature a 3.3L V6, CVT and AWD.

What Changed:

The Highlander adds a new four-cylinder base model. A 2.7L four cylinder rated at 187-bhp and 186 lb-ft of torque is mated to a six-speed automatic.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Highlander Base 2.7l I4 (187-bhp) A6 FWD $25,705
Highlander Base 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $27,600
Highlander Base 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $29,050
Highlander Sport 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $30,000
Highlander Sport 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $31,450
Highlander Limited 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $33,070
Highlander Limited 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $34,520
Highlander Hybrid 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp) CVT AWD $34,700
Highlander Hybrid Limited 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp) CVT AWD $41,020