Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
Model | V60 | V60 | V60 | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander |
Trim | T5 Dynamic | T6 R-Design | Polestar | Base | Sport | Limited | Hybrid | Hybrid Limited |
Engines | ||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||
Tires | ||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||
Warns driver of cyclists in path of car. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | ||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | ||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops. | ||||||||
Above floor system for organizing cargo. | ||||||||
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||
Includes side rails and crossbars. | ||||||||
No crossbars. | ||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||||||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | ||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | ||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||
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. | ||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||||
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. | ||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||
No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||||||
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. | ||||||||
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy. | ||||||||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | ||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim. | ||||||||
Spoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce. | ||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | ||||||||
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | ||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||
Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks. | ||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||
Second DVD player allows two different DVDs to be played simultaneously. | ||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||
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. | ||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | ||||||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | ||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||||
Reads road signs and displays them in the instrument cluster. | ||||||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface. | ||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | ||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||
Manually 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. | ||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||
Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
Suspension dampers whose firmness can be manually adjusted. Far more difficult than hitting a button, but makes it possible to fine tune. | ||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Improves body stiffness, for more precise handling. Value of zero because resulting body stiffness not comparable model to model. | ||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
Transmission | ||||||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | ||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | ||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. |
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