The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway.
Pros Better style New sporty XSE look Still practical… ...and fuel efficient Great standard safety
Cons Infotainment is still a headache Exterior is a little busy Pricey top models Small-ish third row
The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.
Pros Attractive design, optional hybrid powertrain, generous standard features.
Cons Few driving thrills, skimpy third-row room, fussy interior styling.
The 2021 Toyota Highlander comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 2 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.New sporty XSE trim debuts.
Pros Comfortable, quiet ride Easy to see out of Good power and fuel economy from V6 engine
Cons Third row is kids-only Below-average cargo space behind the third-row seat
The 2019 Dodge Durango ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Dodge Durango has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 50 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful engine lineup Class-leading towing capacity Lots of cargo space Intuitive infotainment system
Cons Handling can feel cumbersome Less upscale cabin interior than rivals Few standard safety features
The muscle-SUV 2019 Dodge Durango offers engaging handling and powerful engines, but it's falling behind in terms of safety.
Pros Muscle truck looks Muscle truck performance Upscale interior Surprisingly fun Rubber-burning Durango SRT
Cons Concerning safety scores Ride can be stiff V-8s guzzle fuel Starting to show its age
No major changes for 2019.Newly optional 19-speaker Harman Kardon stereo.With its aging platform, the 2019 Dodge Durango remains the stubborn outlier in the ever more car-based three-row SUV segment, offering not just a healthy V6 engine but two stout V8s, class-leading towing capacity and muscle-car styling cues.
Pros Third-row seats are surprisingly spacious Large touchscreen tech interface is one of the best in class Towing ability is exceptional for the class Has real off-road capabilities with 4WD and low-range gearing
Cons Fuel economy is below average, especially with the V8 Bigger and bulkier to drive than rival crossovers
