Highlander Competitive Comparison

   HIGHLANDER VALUE STORY    

Let’s make a powerful impression. Whether you’re looking to get away or just get around town, you’ll find Highlander’s sleeker design will not go unnoticed. Thanks to an all-new available 3.5-liter V6 direct-injection engine paired with an advanced available Direct Shift-8AT (8-speed Automatic Transmission), the improved powertrain is built to generate more horsepower and torque while enhancing fuel efficiency. With seating for up to eight, we’ve made sure to turn up the premium experience for you and your passengers. Let’s go places! 

   HIGHLANDER VS EXPLORER   

See how the 2017 Toyota Highlander 4WD SE compares against the 2017 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD. To start, Comparably Equipped Price on Highlander SE AWD is $4,375 less than the Explorer Limited 4WD. Horsepower on Highlander SE AWD is 295@6600 while 290@6500 on Explorer Limited 4WD, and Torque on Highlander SE AWD is 263@4700 while 255@4000 on Explorer Limited 4WD. Looking to tow? Highlander SE AWD has 3000 more pounds of Standard Towing Capacity than Explorer Limited 4WD. If fuel efficiency is your thing, consider that Highlander SE AWD's Combined Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) is 22 while Explorer Limited 4WD's Combined Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) is 19. Finally, an Open Liftgate Window is Standard on Highlander SE AWD but Not Available on Explorer Limited 4WD. These are just a few areas where the Highlander outperforms the Explorer. Learn more in the chart below...

   HIGHLANDER VS PATHFINDER   

Still deciding between the Toyota Highlander and a competitor? Here are a few ways in which the 2017 Toyota Highlander 4WD SE compares against the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4X4. Starting with comparably equipped price, Comparably Equipped Price on Highlander SE AWD is $2,410 less than the Pathfinder Platinum 4X4. Looking for fuel efficiency? Highlander SE AWD's Combined Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) is 22 while Pathfinder Platinum 4X4's Combined Fuel Economy (City/Hwy) is 21, and The Cruising Range of the Highlander SE AWD is 418 while it is 399 on the Pathfinder Platinum 4X4. If safety is a concern, consider that Front Knee Airbags are Standard on the Highlander SE AWD while Not Available on the Pathfinder Platinum 4X4. Finally, Downhill Assist Control is Standard on the Highlander SE AWD, whereas Not Available on Pathfinder Platinum 4X4. These are just a few areas where the Highlander outperforms the Pathfinder. Learn more in the chart below...

   HIGHLANDER VS PILOT   

Wondering if the Toyota Highlander is the Toyota for you? Here are a few ways in which the 2017 Toyota Highlander 4WD SE compares against the 2017 Honda polot EX-L AWD w/ Navigation. To start, Highlander SE AWD's Fuel Economy (city) is 20 while Pilot EX-L AWD w/Navigation's Fuel Economy (city) is 18, and The Cruising Range of the Highlander SE AWD is 418 while it is 399 on the Pilot EX-L AWD w/Navigation. If you’re looking for safety, consider that the NHTSA Front Crash Test Rating - Passenger is 5* on Highlander SE AWD whereas 4* on Pilot EX-L AWD w/Navigation, and Front Knee Airbags are Standard on the Highlander SE AWD while Not Available on the Pilot EX-L AWD w/Navigation. Finally, consider that Downhill Assist Control is Standard on the Highlander SE AWD, whereas Not Available on Pilot EX-L AWD w/Navigation. These are just a few areas where the Highlander outperforms the Pilot.  Learn more in the chart below...

   THIRD PARTY REVIEWS   

"Regardless of trim level, the Highlander stands out by virtue of its spacious and comfortable cabin."  - Edmunds.com Read Article

"The Highlander is quiet, rides smoothly, and has an interior thoughtfully designed for its role as mobile family room”  - Car and Driver / Read Article 

"It has a powerful, available V6 engine that gets nearly the same fuel economy as the base four-cylinder engine, and the Highlander’s ride is smooth. It also has above-average projected reliability for the class.”  - U.S. News & World Report / Read Article

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