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When you’re the one who holds everyone and everything together, rest assured that the 2021 Toyota Highlander is ready to take on whatever you’ve got. Whether you choose the powerful gas variant or fuel-efficient hybrid, its refined styling, comfort and safety features will help take your drives to the next level.

Highlander Models

Compare Highlander

Toyota Highlander
XSE 4x4 V6

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The features below are listed for comparison purposes only. For more details, see this Toyota vehicle's "Full Specs" on Toyota.com.

  • Ford Explorer XLT 4WD
  • Honda Pilot SE AWD

Ford Explorer
XLT 4WD

  • Ford Explorer XLT 4WD
  • Honda Pilot SE AWD

The features below are listed for comparison purposes only. For more details, see this Toyota vehicle's "Full Specs" on Toyota.com.

MSRP & MPG
$43,630 Base MSRP23 combined mpgMSRP & MPG$37,075 msrp23 combined mpg
Adaptive cruise control
YesAdaptive cruise controlNo, Optional Yes
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
StandardAuto-dimming rear view mirrorNot Available
Automatic trunk/hatch closing
Standard Power LiftgateAutomatic trunk/hatch closingNot Available
Coming home device
StandardComing home deviceNot Available
Garage door opener
StandardGarage door openerNot Available
One-touch power windows (driver / passenger / rear)
Standard / Standard / StandardOne-touch power windows (driver / passenger / rear)Standard / Standard / Not Available
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2021 Highlander Gallery

Panoramic moonroof

Follow the stars above with Highlander’s available panoramic glass roof with front power tilt/slide moonroof. Slide it open to catch a breeze and enjoy the wide-open view, or easily close it all up with the power-retractable sunshade.

The 2021 Highlander is DESIGNED FOR SAFETY AND EQUIPPED WITH

Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS-2.5+)

Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS 2.5+) is designed to help protect drivers, passengers, people in other vehicles on the road, pedestrians and cyclists from harm. This latest generation of Toyota Safety Sense™ represents Toyota's next milestone in a long history of creating advancements and innovations in safety that help prevent crashes and protect people. Feature availability may vary by vehicle and/or vehicle trim.
  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/ PD)
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) or Full-Speed Range DRCC
  • Full-Speed Range DRCC
  • Lane Departure Alert (LDA) or Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA)
  • Auto High Beams (AHB)
  • Road Sign Assist (RSA)
  • Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)