2017 Toyota Highlander

The 2017 Toyota Highlander is a three-row SUV with seating for 7–8 people, a 3.5-liter V6, and up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity. At Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria in Peoria, AZ, shoppers can explore the Highlander’s trim range, compare it with other Toyota models, and review key dimensions, fuel economy, cargo space, and performance details. The page also explains how the Highlander differs from the Toyota 4Runner, Highlander Hybrid, and RAV4 Hybrid, helping shoppers consider price, power, efficiency, seating, and capability before visiting the dealership.

Starting MSRP

$34,140

Horsepower

295 hp

EPA MPG

20–21 city / 26–27 hwy

Max Towing

5,000 lbs

Seating

7–8 seats

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

How the 2017 Toyota Highlander Compares with Toyota’s Lineup

Pricing depends on trim, powertrain, seating, economy, and towing needs. The 2017 Toyota Highlander starts at $34,140, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2017 Toyota 4Runner, the Highlander starts at $34,140 versus $36,085, produces 295 hp versus 270 hp, and offers 20–21 city MPG and 26–27 highway MPG versus 17 city / 20 hwy. Both offer 5,000 pounds of max towing, while the 4Runner seats 5 and uses regular unleaded, making it a consideration for shoppers prioritizing a smaller seating capacity and the listed fuel economy.

Compared with the 2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Highlander starts at $34,140 versus $36,270 and produces 295 hp versus 306 hp. The Highlander offers 20–21 city MPG and 26–27 highway MPG with 5,000 pounds of max towing, while the Hybrid offers 29–30 city / 27–28 hwy, 3,500 pounds of towing, and seating for 7; each suits different priorities between fuel economy, power, towing, and seating.

Compared with the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the Highlander starts at $34,140 versus $29,030 and produces 295 hp versus 194 hp. The Highlander seats 7–8 and tows up to 5,000 pounds, while the RAV4 Hybrid seats 5, offers 34 city / 30 hwy, and tows 1,750 pounds, giving shoppers a choice between three-row space and stronger listed efficiency.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2017 Toyota Highlander uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 3,456 cc of displacement, 295 hp at 6,600 rpm, and 263 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 rpm. Regular unleaded fuel and an automatic transmission support its SUV configuration.

Across the six trims, city fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG and highway fuel economy ranges from 26 to 27 MPG. Curb weight ranges from 4,244 to 4,354 pounds, fuel capacity is 19.2 gallons, and cargo space behind the rear seats is 13.8 cubic feet.

The Highlander measures 192.5 inches long, 75.8 inches wide, and 68.1 inches high, with a 109.8-inch wheelbase. Trim seating ranges from 7 to 8 seats, while maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds.

Buying a 2017 Toyota Highlander in Peoria

Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria serves shoppers in Peoria, AZ, with access to new, used, certified, service, and vehicle trade-in resources. The dealership is located at 8633 West Bell Road, Peoria, AZ 85382.

Because inventory changes on a rolling basis, shoppers can search inventory for current Toyota options or use the trade-in resource at value your trade. Contact Larry H. Miller Toyota Peoria at (480) 933-5233 for assistance with planning a visit.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the Highlander’s starting MSRP, seating configuration, and fuel economy. The range runs from $34,140 for the LE to $46,260 for the Limited Platinum, with the LE Plus configured for 8 seats and the XLE and Limited configured for 7 seats.

Consider how often the vehicle will carry passengers, tow up to 5,000 pounds, or use its 13.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 city MPG and 26 to 27 highway MPG across trims, so the intended use can help narrow the choices.