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Compare Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Highlander

Toyota 4Runner
2023 Toyota 4Runner
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$40,155
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.3
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Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota Highlander
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$36,620
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
23 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Toyota 4Runner
2022-2023 Toyota 4Runner View Out Back
2022-2023 Toyota 4Runner Dashboard
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
270 hp @ 5600 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,400 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
5,000 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
17 MPG
25 MPG
City
16 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
19 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.4 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
23 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
368 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
437 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
190.2 in
194.9 in
Height
71.5 in
68.1 in
Max Width
75.8 in
76 in
Front Width
63.2 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
63.2 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
109.8 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
9 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.8 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.5 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.9 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.6 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.8 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.7 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
28 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
89.7 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
47.2 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
47.2 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
N/A
Strut
Rear Suspension
N/A
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P265/70SR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P265/70SR17
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Full-Size
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Barcelona Red Metallic
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Ice Cap
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Nautical Blue Metallic
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black/Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Sand Beige, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Optional
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
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