Toyota Highlander Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2021)

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2021 Toyota Highlander Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body	4dr SUV

Wheelbase	112.2 in
Length	194.9 in
Width	76.0 in
Height	68.1 in
Curb Weight	4145 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.0 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.0 in
Legroom, Row 2	41.0 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	55.0 in
Hip Room, Row 3	45.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	27.7 in
Total Legroom	110.7 in (over 3 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.0 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	84.3 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Toyota Highlander

2021 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	With each redesign (for 2008, 2014, and 2020) Toyota has enlarged the Highlander, yet the crossover's third-row seat remains uncomforably low and tight. For adults to be even passably comfortable in the way-back the second row must be slid forward, rendering legroom there also marginal. Some three-row crossovers have much roomier and more comfortable third-row seats. But if you want to be able to squeeze in eight people, Highlanders with a second-row bench can do this. Because they have significantly narrower third-row seats, the Ford Explorer and Kia Sorento cannot fit three people back there even in a pinch, so in hybrid form the former has a maximum capacity of seven people and the latter only six. (The Sorento PHEV will be able to seat seven.) This noted, if you want your adult passengers to have plenty of room, the practical capacity of each is four people. see full Toyota Highlander review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Toyota Highlander

2021 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2020	0	The 3rd row seating is just not for adults at all, and I'm not certain that children would be easy to fit back there as well. I'm not sure what Toyota was thinking, even making the 2020 longer didn't make any difference at all. My one complaint is it is just TOO SMALL! see full Toyota Highlander review

2021 Toyota Highlander 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim	L	LE	Hybrid LE	XLE	Hybrid XLE	XSE	Limited	Hybrid Limited	Platinum	Hybrid Platinum

Standard Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700	2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400
Standard Transmission	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	CVT	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	CVT	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	CVT	8-speed manually-shiftable automatic	CVT
Standard Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Standard Tires	235/65R18 tires	235/65R18 tires	235/65R18 tires	235/65R18 tires	235/65R18 tires	235/55R20 tires	235/55R20 tires	235/55R20 tires	235/55R20 tires	235/55R20 tires

TrueDelta Reviews the Powertrain of the 2021 Toyota Highlander

2021 Toyota Highlander Powertrain: Cons
Year	Comment
	With the 2020 redesign, the Highlander Hybrid traded a 3.5-liter V6-based powertrain with 306 combined horsepower for a 2.5-liter four-cylinder-based powertrain with 243 combined horsepower. Acceleration sounds and feels considerably less effortless than before, with the non-linear sensations typical of powertrains with CVTs. The Highlander Hybrid isn't downright slow. If you must get from a stop to 60 mph in less than eight seconds, it can do it. It just sounds buzzy and feels strained in the process. Driven more casually with the typical flow of traffic this isn't an issue. The Explorer and Sorento hybrids use conventional stepped automatic transmissions (a ten-speed in the Ford and a six-speed in the Kia), so they likely sound and feel better in vigorous driving. With 318 combined horsepower, the Ford should also be significantly quicker despite a curb weight near 5,000 pounds. see full Toyota Highlander review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2021 Toyota Highlander

2021 Toyota Highlander Powertrain: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2020	0	The 2020 Highlander has the same 3.5 litre engine that they have had now for many years, and it is bullet proof reliable. I am quite happy with the mileage I'm getting so far (Average 24-25 mpg) This is an AWD vehicle and I have never owned one before. It has given me better miles per gallon then my 2012 2wd. Plenty of power, smooth take off and passing when needed. see full Toyota Highlander review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2021 Toyota Highlander

2021 Toyota Highlander Tires: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2020	0	My Highlander came with Michelin tires, which have always been my tire of choice when replacing tires. They ride great and handle wet roads comfortably. I haven't been in snow or ice yet, but I feel confident that they will perform well. see full Toyota Highlander review

2021 Toyota Highlander MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body	Trim	Base Price	Invoice	Destination
4dr SUV	L	35,085	0	1,215
4dr SUV	LE	37,285	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Hybrid LE	38,735	0	1,215
4dr SUV	XLE	40,085	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Hybrid XLE	41,535	0	1,215
4dr SUV	XSE	41,680	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Limited	44,040	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Hybrid Limited	45,490	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Platinum	47,240	0	1,215
4dr SUV	Hybrid Platinum	48,690	0	1,215

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