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.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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Highlander Base | 2.7l I4 (187-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $25,855 |
Highlander Base | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | FWD | $27,750 |
Highlander Base | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $29,200 |
Highlander Sport | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | FWD | $30,050 |
Highlander Sport | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $31,500 |
Highlander SE | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | FWD | $32,480 |
Highlander Limited | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | FWD | $33,220 |
Highlander SE | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $33,930 |
Highlander Limited | 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $34,670 |
Highlander Hybrid | 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp) | CVT | AWD | $34,900 |
Highlander Hybrid Limited | 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp) | CVT | AWD | $41,220 |