2020 Toyota Highlander vs 2021 Toyota 4Runner
Overview | |
MSRP$34,600 | MSRP$36,765 |
Average price$32,071 | Average price$37,829 |
Listings766 | Listings1649 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
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2020 Toyota Highlander Reviews SummaryMidsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $35,000 to $50,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
2021 Toyota 4Runner Reviews SummaryDespite its design age, poor fuel economy, rough ride, iffy handling, and marginal safety ratings, the current-generation Toyota 4Runner remains a popular choice in a midsize SUV. Why? Its reputation for reliability and resale value, coupled with its undeniable utility, rugged image, and go-anywhere and do-anything capability, are the selling points. And if that's why you want a 2021 Toyota 4Runner, it won't disappoint you as long as you accept its shortcomings. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine Name4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Torque263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space47.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight4400 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height71.5 in |
Length194.9 in | Length190.2 in |
Width76.0 in | Width75.8 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase109.8 in |
Maximum Payload1685 lbs | Maximum Payload1700 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,600 | $36,765 |
Average price | $32,071 | $37,829 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Midsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $35,000 to $50,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | Despite its design age, poor fuel economy, rough ride, iffy handling, and marginal safety ratings, the current-generation Toyota 4Runner remains a popular choice in a midsize SUV. Why? Its reputation for reliability and resale value, coupled with its undeniable utility, rugged image, and go-anywhere and do-anything capability, are the selling points. And if that's why you want a 2021 Toyota 4Runner, it won't disappoint you as long as you accept its shortcomings. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Torque | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 47.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 4400 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 190.2 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 75.8 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1685 lbs | 1700 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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