Discover the 2016 Toyota Highlander: A Family SUV Benchmark

The 2016 Toyota Highlander stands out as a top choice among crossover vehicles designed for families. Its combination of comfort, driving enjoyment, and recent enhancements make it a popular pick. Boasting a balance of performance and fuel efficiency, the Highlander is ideal for versatile needs. It offers both front-wheel and all-wheel drive options, with a choice between four-cylinder and V6 engines, across five trims. The spacious interior and standard comfort features make it perfect for family outings. V6 models can tow up to 5000 pounds.

Building upon prior models, the 2016 Highlander introduces several upgraded features and options.

Here’s an overview of its trims and features:

The base LE trim seats eight comfortably with three rows. Standard features include 18-inch alloy wheels, a 6.1-inch touchscreen with Entune audio, split-folding second and third rows, automatic headlights, and cruise control.

The LE Plus adds fog lights, a tri-zone climate control system, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, satellite and HD radio, a flip-up rear hatch window, and an eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support.

Starting from the XLE trim, luxury features become available, including heated front seats, push-button start with a smart key, captain’s chairs in the second row, rear-seat Blu-ray entertainment, a sunroof, roof rails, and enhanced voice communication for rear passengers.

The Limited trim features LED daytime running lights, larger 19-inch wheels, driver memory settings, and ambient LED lighting. Safety elements like Blind Spot monitoring, Lane Departure Alert, Pre-Collision System, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert make it stand out.

The Highlander Limited Platinum adds a panoramic sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, a heated steering wheel, and heated second-row seats.

The Highlander also comes in a hybrid variant powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine, providing an eco-friendly yet powerful option.