2016
Toyota Highlander
Starts at:
$37,315
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7 mi away -
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$13,6039 mi away
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$17,997 $230 price drop11 mi away -
$17,37912 mi away
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Notable features
Seats up to eight people
Four- or six-cylinder engine
Front- or all-wheel drive
Hybrid version available
The good & the bad
The good
Bold styling
Second-row room
Phone/media storage
Interior styling
Interior materials quality
The bad
Tight third-row headroom for adults
Firm ride
Unrefined four-cylinder and hybrid engines
Cargo room
Available cars near you
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7 mi away
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Not Priced8 mi away
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$13,6039 mi away
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$17,997 $230 price drop11 mi away
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$17,37912 mi away
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17 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2016 Toyota Highlander base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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5/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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5/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Most recent
Excellent Value
We looked at several SUVs while shopping around and kept coming back to the Highlander. It is a Highlander Limited AWD Platinum Edition. We could not be more pleased with this vehicle
- Purchased a New car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
Great purchase!
This car drives extremely smooth and I’m very impressed so far. The seats are comfortable and everything is easy to use. I highly recommend checking out a Highlander.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2016 Toyota Highlander?
The 2016 Toyota Highlander is available in 5 trim levels:
- LE (3 styles)
- LE Plus (2 styles)
- Limited (2 styles)
- Limited Platinum (2 styles)
- XLE (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2016 Toyota Highlander?
The 2016 Toyota Highlander offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Toyota Highlander?
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Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander reliable?
The 2016 Toyota Highlander has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Toyota Highlander owners.
Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Toyota Highlander. 96.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.8
- Interior: 4.7
- Performance: 4.8
- Value: 4.7
- Exterior: 4.8
- Reliability: 4.9
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