4.8

2016 Toyota Highlander

Toyota
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Key specifications

Highlights
1,500 lbs
Towing Capacity
Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
20 City / 25 Hwy
MPG
185 hp
Horsepower
Engine
184 @ 4200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
185 @ 5800
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
2.7 L/163
Displacement
Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
Suspension
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear
Strut
Suspension Type - Front
Weight & Capacity
N/A
Curb Weight
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
19 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
1,500 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
Safety
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera
Entertainment
Standard
Bluetooth®
Electrical
N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
12 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
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Notable features

Seats up to eight people
Four- or six-cylinder engine
Front- or all-wheel drive
Hybrid version available

Engine

184 @ 4200 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
185 @ 5800 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
2.7 L/163 Displacement
Regular Unleaded I-4 Engine Type

Suspension

Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Strut Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Double Wishbone Suspension Type - Rear
Strut Suspension Type - Front

Weight & Capacity

N/A Curb Weight
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
19 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
1,500 lbs Maximum Trailering Capacity
150 lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,500 lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
150 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,500 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Maximum Payload Capacity
N/A Curb Weight - Rear
N/A Curb Weight - Front
4,134 lbs Base Curb Weight
0 lbs Total Option Weight

Safety

Standard Stability Control
Standard Backup Camera

Entertainment

Standard Bluetooth®

Electrical

N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Brakes

N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
12 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type

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The good & the bad

The good

Bold styling
Second-row room
Phone/media storage
Interior styling
Interior materials quality

The bad

Tight third-row headroom for adults
Firm ride
Unrefined four-cylinder and hybrid engines
Cargo room
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Toyota Highlander base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

96% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 184 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By Edward from Sarasota, FL
Owns this car
June 11, 2021

Excellent Value

We looked at several SUVs while shopping around and kept coming back to the Highlander. It is a Highlander Limited AWD Platinum Edition. We could not be more pleased with this vehicle
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By GMM from Sioux City, IA
Owns this car
May 13, 2021

Great purchase!

This car drives extremely smooth and I’m very impressed so far. The seats are comfortable and everything is easy to use. I highly recommend checking out a Highlander.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Toyota Highlander?

The 2016 Toyota Highlander is available in 5 trim levels:

  • LE (3 styles)
  • LE Plus (2 styles)
  • Limited (2 styles)
  • Limited Platinum (2 styles)
  • XLE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Toyota Highlander?

The 2016 Toyota Highlander offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander reliable?

The 2016 Toyota Highlander has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Toyota Highlander owners.

Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Toyota Highlander. 96.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 184 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.9

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