2016 Toyota Highlander

The 2016 Toyota Highlander brings V6 power, flexible seating for 7–8 passengers, and SUV utility to shoppers in Peoria, Arizona. At Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria, this page helps local shoppers understand the Highlander’s trim pricing, drivetrain choices, fuel economy, towing capacity, dimensions, and ownership considerations before they browse current Toyota inventory or plan a visit to 8633 West Bell Road.

Starting MSRP

$33,475

Horsepower

270 hp

EPA MPG

18–19 city / 24–25 hwy

Max Towing

5,000 lbs

Seating

7–8 seats

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

2016 Toyota Highlander Trims and Pricing

Pricing spans five trims, from the Highlander LE to the Limited Platinum. Starting MSRP ranges from $33,475 to $43,530, with a $900 destination charge; prices exclude tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.

The lineup begins with the LE at $33,475, featuring all-wheel drive, 18 city MPG, and 24 highway MPG. The LE Plus moves to $34,395 with front-wheel drive, 19 city MPG, and 25 highway MPG. The XLE costs $37,315 and continues with front-wheel drive and 19 city MPG and 25 highway MPG while seating eight. The Limited is priced at $42,375 with all-wheel drive, 18 city MPG, 24 highway MPG, and seating for seven. At $43,530, the Limited Platinum uses front-wheel drive and returns 19 city MPG and 25 highway MPG. Across the lineup, the shared powertrain produces 270 horsepower and offers up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2016 Toyota Highlander uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 3,456 cc of displacement, 248 lb-ft of torque, and peak power at 6,200 rpm. Peak torque arrives at 4,700 rpm, while a six-speed automatic transmission sends power through either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, depending on trim.

This SUV uses regular unleaded fuel and has a 19.2-gallon fuel capacity. City fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG, and highway fuel economy ranges from 24 to 25 MPG. Cargo space behind the rear seats measures 13.8 cubic feet, while seating varies from seven to eight passengers across the trims.

The Highlander measures 191.1 inches long and 75.8 inches wide, with height ranging from 68.1 to 70.1 inches. Its 109.8-inch wheelbase supports the three-row SUV configuration, while curb weight ranges from 4,244 to 4,508 pounds.

Buying a 2016 Toyota Highlander in Peoria

Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria serves shoppers near West Bell Road with Toyota inventory and dealership support in Peoria, AZ. Because inventory changes on a rolling basis, shoppers can search inventory for current vehicle listings and review available options before making plans.

For a more tailored purchase path, the dealership also offers online financing and a way to value an existing vehicle. These tools can help organize the next steps around a Highlander purchase without relying on a single visit.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Consider how often the Highlander will carry seven or eight passengers, since seating differs by trim. Drivetrain also changes across the lineup, with all-wheel drive on the LE and Limited and front-wheel drive on the LE Plus, XLE, and Limited Platinum.

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 city MPG and 24 to 25 highway MPG, so the selected trim affects efficiency. The 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity, 13.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, and V6 engine are useful figures to keep in view when comparing this three-row SUV with alternatives such as the Honda Pilot; the right choice depends on priorities around configuration, towing, and pricing.