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BMW X6 vs. Toyota Highlander Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about BMW X6 and Toyota Highlander features right here.

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Features Comparison: BMW X6 vs. Toyota Highlander

  

Model Year 2009 2009 2009--2012 2009--2012 2009--2012 2009--2012 2009--2012
Model X6 X6 Highlander Highlander Highlander Highlander Highlander
Trim xDrive35i xDrive50i Base Sport Limited Hybrid Hybrid Limited
Engines  
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.            
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750
  turbocharged<br> 4.4L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>400 hp@5500 <br>450 lb-ft@1750 is a standard feature.          
2.7L I4
DOHC-4v
185 hp@5800
186 lb-ft@4800
     2.7L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>185 hp@5800 <br>186 lb-ft@4800 is a standard feature.        
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
292 hp@6600
258 lb-ft@4700
     3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>292 hp@6600 <br>258 lb-ft@4700 is an optional feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>292 hp@6600 <br>258 lb-ft@4700 is a standard feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>292 hp@6600 <br>258 lb-ft@4700 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
271 hp@6000
339 lb-ft@2000
          turbocharged<br> 2.4L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>271 hp@6000 <br>339 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 2.4L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>271 hp@6000 <br>339 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.        
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic     5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.    
CVT           CVT is a standard feature. CVT is a standard feature.
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature.
FWD     FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.    
Tires  
255/50HR19 tires 255/50HR19 tires is a standard feature. 255/50HR19 tires is a standard feature.          
275/40WR20 tires 275/40WR20 tires is an optional feature. 275/40WR20 tires is an optional feature.          
315/35WR20 tires 315/35WR20 tires is an optional feature. 315/35WR20 tires is an optional feature.          
245/65R17 tires     245/65R17 tires is a standard feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature.
245/55R19 tires       245/55R19 tires is a standard feature. 245/55R19 tires is a standard feature. 245/55R19 tires is an optional feature. 245/55R19 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 205W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 205W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 205W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.          
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.          
Unbranded, 6 speakers     Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.
JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)       JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.   JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.         AC power outlet is an optional feature. AC power outlet is an optional feature.   AC power outlet is an optional feature.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.          
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.   Power door closers is an optional feature. Power door closers is an optional feature.          
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.   Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature.   Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is a standard feature.
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature.     Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.       Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.    
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.          
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.          
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.          
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Daytime running lights (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Daytime running lights (optional) is an optional feature. Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature. Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature. Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature. Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Engine immobilizer (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Engine immobilizer (optional) is an optional feature. Engine immobilizer (optional) is a standard feature. Engine immobilizer (optional) is a standard feature. Engine immobilizer (optional) is a standard feature. Engine immobilizer (optional) is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Full-size spare tire     Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature.
Hill descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.   Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is an optional feature. Hill descent control is an optional feature. Hill descent control is an optional feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature.
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver     Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature.          
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.          
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   Rearview camera is an optional feature. Rearview camera is an optional feature.   Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.          
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Side curtain airbags, three rowsAirbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows.       Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional feature.          
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature.          
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo area rails w/tie downs Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature.          
Cargo cover Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.
Cargo mat     Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature.
Cargo net Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature.          
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Liftglass or two-piece tailgateDo not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.         Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is an optional feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature.
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature. Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature.          
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Removable second-row console     Removable second-row console is a standard feature. Removable second-row console is a standard feature. Removable second-row console is a standard feature. Removable second-row console is a standard feature. Removable second-row console is a standard feature.
Roof railsNo crossbars.       Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is a standard feature.
No crossbars.
Second-row low consoleSecond-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions.    Second-row low console is a standard feature. Second-row low console is a standard feature.          
Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.   Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature.          
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.       Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is a standard feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is a standard feature.
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.          
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.   Automatic climate control, front is an optional feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.   Dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.          
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature.          
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.                
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.   Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature.   Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature.
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.       Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.     Rear air vents with manual controls is an optional feature.  
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear dual-zone climate controlRequires and does not include the value of rear air vents.   Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature.          
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear HVAC unitA second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.       Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature.
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature.          
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.       Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.       Wiper de-icer is an optional feature. Wiper de-icer is an optional feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature.
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Drivetrain  
Active rear differentialActively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.   Active rear differential is a standard feature. Active rear differential is a standard feature.          
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.
Engine / Motor  
Additional engine coolingNo value because no way to compare across models.       Additional engine cooling is an optional feature. Additional engine cooling is an optional feature. Additional engine cooling is an optional feature.    
No value because no way to compare across models.
Exterior  
Body kit (gray/black)Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.   Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature. Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature.          
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.      
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows Deep-tinted rear windows is an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Larger rear spoilerOnly listed if a second, smaller spoiler is also standard or optional. No additional value because no way to compare across models.         Larger rear spoiler is a standard feature. Larger rear spoiler is an optional feature. Larger rear spoiler is an optional feature. Larger rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Only listed if a second, smaller spoiler is also standard or optional. No additional value because no way to compare across models.
Paint, special white     Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature.
Rear bumper protector     Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.       Rear spoiler is a standard feature.        
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Running boards Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature.    
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.   Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature.          
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
-2600           -2600 is a standard feature. -2600 is a standard feature.
Infotainment  
A/V input jacksJacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.         A/V input jacks is an optional feature. A/V input jacks is an optional feature.   A/V input jacks is an optional feature.
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.   Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.       CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.
Includes CD player.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.   CD changer, remote is an optional feature. CD changer, remote is an optional feature.          
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.          
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   DVD-Audio-compatible player is an optional feature. DVD-Audio-compatible player is an optional feature.          
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
Entertainment system, ceiling-mountedA DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.         Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted is an optional feature.   Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted is an optional feature.
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
Entertainment system, console-mountedA DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.   Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature.          
A DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature.          
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.       Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature.    
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.          
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
Smartphone integrationIn BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.   Smartphone integration is an optional feature. Smartphone integration is an optional feature.          
In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature.          
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature.          
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is a standard feature.          
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is an optional feature. USB port is an optional feature.          
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Weatherband radioIncludes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.   Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature.          
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature.          
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature.          
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature.     Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is an optional feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Automatic-off headlightsHeadlights automatically turn off.             Automatic-off headlights is a standard feature.  
Headlights automatically turn off.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature.     Compass is a standard feature.   Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Conversation mirrorEnables driver to view rear passenger compartment without turning around.       Conversation mirror is a standard feature. Conversation mirror is a standard feature. Conversation mirror is a standard feature. Conversation mirror is a standard feature. Conversation mirror is a standard feature.
Enables driver to view rear passenger compartment without turning around.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.   Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature.          
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.   Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.   Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.          
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature.          
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.   Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature.          
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Interior lights, additionalOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Interior lights, additional is an optional feature. Interior lights, additional is an optional feature.          
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.               Large energy flow and fuel economy display is an optional feature.
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.          
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.   Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.           Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is an optional feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature.          
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.          
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.    
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.          
Visor mirror, driver     Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.        
Visor mirror, passenger     Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.        
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.          
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets     Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature.          
Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature.          
Second-row triple buckets     Second-row triple buckets is a standard feature. Second-row triple buckets is a standard feature. Second-row triple buckets is a standard feature. Second-row triple buckets is a standard feature. Second-row triple buckets is a standard feature.
Third-row 2-person bench     Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-person bench is a standard feature. Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-person bench is a standard feature.
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.   Aluminum trim is an optional feature. Aluminum trim is an optional feature.          
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.          
Door sill trim plates         Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.   Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature.    
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Folding third row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.       Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is a standard feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.   Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.   Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature.          
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.          
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats       Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is a standard feature.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seatsSeat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area.       Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat              
Manual recliner, second row seats     Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.          
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.          
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seatManually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.                
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Massage, driver seatPower lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.   Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is an optional feature.          
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.          
Memory system, passenger seat Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.          
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.     Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.   Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.          
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.       Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.     Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.   Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is a standard feature.          
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.     Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.   Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.          
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.   Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.          
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Stowable center seat, second rowSmall center seat section converts captains into a bench and stows when not in use.       Stowable center seat, second row is a standard feature. Stowable center seat, second row is a standard feature. Stowable center seat, second row is a standard feature. Stowable center seat, second row is a standard feature. Stowable center seat, second row is a standard feature.
Small center seat section converts captains into a bench and stows when not in use.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.   Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature. Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature.          
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument panel, leather Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature.          
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature.          
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer barsMotors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.   Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature.          
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.   Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature.          
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.   Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature.          
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.   Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.          
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.
Transmission coolerOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.       Transmission cooler is an optional feature. Transmission cooler is an optional feature. Transmission cooler is an optional feature. Transmission cooler is a standard feature. Transmission cooler is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.

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Option Package Contents

Interior Design Package

Features
CD changer, remote
DVD-Audio-compatible player
Surround sound
USB port
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

xLine

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Deep-tinted rear windows
Rear dual-zone climate control

Premium Tier

Features
Interior ambient lighting
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Cargo net
Interior lights, additional
Power-folding mirrors
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Adaptive M Suspension

Features
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic information

Multicontour seats

Features
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Active stabilizer bars

Interior Design Package

Features
CD changer, remote
DVD-Audio-compatible player
Surround sound
USB port
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

xLine

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Deep-tinted rear windows
Rear dual-zone climate control

Premium Tier

Features
Interior ambient lighting
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Cargo net
Interior lights, additional
Power-folding mirrors
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Active stabilizer bars
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 BMW X6

2009 BMW X6 Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
best available combination of performance and utility biased towards performance given a need to seat only 4 see full BMW X6 review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Twin turbo performance,Heads up display, shift paddles, adaptive drive & steering, adaptive lights,comfort seats. integrated celpnone & ipod. see full BMW X6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009--2012 Toyota Highlander

2009--2012 Toyota Highlander Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
7 seats, folding 2nd and 3rd row, some cargo see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Auto lift gate, seating positions and configuration. Outside heated mirrors, heated seats, Drivers seat thigh support for long legs, lumbar support and comfortable seating position. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Could get moon roof and DVD system see full Toyota Highlander review
2009--2012 Toyota Highlander Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Sport model was limited on what features could be included and the Limited model drove like a boat. Toyota allows good combination of features, but as stated before Gulf States Toyota sets the available packages with little room to maneuver. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seating. see full Toyota Highlander review