2011 Toyota Highlander

At a Glance

Pricing $28,090 - $43,795
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.7l I4, 3.5l V6, 3.5l V6 HEV
Transmissions A5, A6, CVT
Fuel Economy 17-28 (city), 22-28 (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 receives a number of mid-cycle updates for 2011. Updates to the exterior styling include new front-end styling and updated wheels. Gas and Hybrid models each receive their own distinct front-end styling. Toyota has increased the availability of the 2.7l four-cylinder engine and Highlander Hybrid models now include a more powerful 3.5l gas engine.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Highlander 2.7l I4 (187-bhp) A6 FWD $28,090
Highlander 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $29,245
Highlander 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $30,695
Highlander SE 2.7l I4 (187-bhp) A6 FWD $32,695
Highlander SE 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $33,850
Highlander SE 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $35,300
Highlander Limited 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 FWD $35,595
Highlander Limited 3.5l V6 (270-bhp) A5 AWD $37,045
Highlander Hybrid 3.5l V6 HEV (280-bhp) CVT AWD $38,140
Highlander Hybrid Limited 3.5l V6 HEV (280-bhp) CVT AWD $43,795