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Summary
The Toyota Highlander offers generous room for people and cargo, a choice of powertrains, ample performance and good fuel economy. Hybrid models offer excellent fuel economy, particularly in the stop-and-go traffic of major metros, along with extremely low emissions. Add in Toyota's reputation for reliability and resale value, and the Highlander is a wise choice for active families.Kirk Bell filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com after driving Highlander models around Scottsdale, Arizona.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Toyota Highlander base trim level, 2WD, four-cylinder ($25,705); 2WD, V6 ($27,600); 4WD, V6 ($29,050); Sport trim level, 2WD, V6 ($30,000); 4WD, V6 ($31,450); Limited trim level, 2WD, V6 ($33,070); 4WD, V6 ($34,520); Hybrid, base, ($34,700); Hybrid, Limited ($41,020) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, front side-impact airbags for thorax protection, head-protecting side-curtain airbags that cover all three seating rows, driver's knee airbag, active front headrests, tire-pressure monitor, antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability control, brake assist, EBD, hill-start assist |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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all-wheel drive, Hill Descent Control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Fukuoka, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Toyota Highlander Sport 4WD ($31,450) |
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Standard Equipment:
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cloth upholstery; air conditioning; AM/FM/CD stereo with six speakers and MP3 playback capability; three-row seating for up to seven passengers; a 40/20/40 second row seat with a removable center section; fold-flat third row; opening rear glass, cargo cover, cargo area levers to fold the second-row seats; power windows, door locks, and mirrors; remote keyless entry; cruise control; tilt/telescope steering wheel; three 12-volt power outlets; 3.5-inch multifunction display screen with rearview camera, clock, tire-pressure display, air conditioning readout, and outside temperature and trip computer information; variable intermittent wipers; rear defogger with variable intermittent wiper; rear spoiler; fog lamps |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather Seat Package ($1,840) includes leather upholstery for three rows; Navigation System ($2,530) includes JBL premium audio system with nine speakers, four-disc in-dash CD changer, compass, Bluetooth hands-free cell phone capability; power rear liftgate ($400) |
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Destination Charge:
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745 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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36965 |
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Layout:
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all-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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270 @ 6200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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248 @ 4700 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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109.8 |
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Length/width/height:
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188.4/75.2/69.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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64.0/64.0 |
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Turning circle:
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38.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.6/56.7/43.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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40.1/56.5/38.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.3/42.3/29.9 |
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Cargo volume:
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95.4 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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5000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent MacPherson struts with lower arms and stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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dual-link MacPherson struts with stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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8.1 |
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Curb weight:
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4255 |
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Tires:
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P245/55R19 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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19.2 |
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