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Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,348 Toyota Highlander Limited | ||||
| Difference: $672 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,378 Toyota Highlander Limited | ||||
| Difference: $1,362 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Limited | Hybrid Limited | Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,070 | $41,020 | $32,155 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $29,762 | $36,712 | $29,635 | $35,025 |
| Floor mats | 275 | |||
| Remote start | 529 | 425 | 425 | |
| Satellite radio | 449 | |||
| Extra Value Package 8 | 3,280 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,655 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 995 | ||
| Package 303A | 2,800 | |||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Floor mats | 180 | |||
| Remote start | 380 | 398 | 398 | |
| Satellite radio | 359 | |||
| Extra Value Package 8 | 2,952 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,211 | 1,610 | 1,610 | |
| Sunroof | 680 | 866 | ||
| Package 303A | 2,436 | |||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,533 | 3,505 | 6,070 | 4,275 |
| Options (change) | 3,871 | 2,891 | 5,310 | 3,748 |
| Destination | 745 | 745 | 795 | 795 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $38,348 | $42,670 | $39,020 | $43,225 |
| Total Invoice | $34,378 | $37,748 | $35,740 | $39,568 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Highlander Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,667 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,254 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Limited | Hybrid Limited | Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 209hp V6 H | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | CVT | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/55-19 | 245/55-19 | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $38,348 | $42,670 | $39,020 | $43,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | -995 | -1,770 | 0 | -1,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,353 | $40,900 | $39,020 | $42,150 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,547 | $0 | $3,130 |
| Total Invoice | $34,378 | $37,748 | $35,740 | $39,568 |
| Adjustments for Features | -892 | -1,566 | 0 | -984 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,486 | $36,182 | $35,740 | $38,584 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,696 | $0 | $2,844 |
Features Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Limited | Hybrid Limited | Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | $150 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,080 | $7,855 | $6,085 | $7,160 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $995 | $1,770 | $0 | $1,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -892 | -1,566 | 0 | -984 |
Specifications Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Highlander | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,848 lb. | 4,016 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.2 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.5 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 36.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 42.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 29.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| Extra Value Package 8 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 9% |
| Package 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 2125 | 83% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 9% |
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