Comparison - Toyota Highlander Limited 2016 - vs - Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road 2020

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Toyota Highlander Limited 2016

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Vanguard

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Make:

Toyota

Model:

Highlander

Rav4

Average Price:

37,651

Updated:

02 Dec 2016

35,280

Updated:

27 Oct 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2016

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.20gals

14.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Alumina Jade Metallic

#979797

Blizzard Pearl

#FBF8F9

Creme Brulee Mica

#A5A49B

Midnight Black Metallic

#3B3A41

Nautical Blue Metallic

#4A495D

Ooh La La Rouge Mica

#90646C

Predawn Gray Mica

#434043

Shoreline Blue Pearl

#313C4D

Silver Sky Metallic

#868A93

Color:

Lunar Rock/Ice Edge Roof

#7D8C83

Midnight Black Metallic

#2D2D2D

Super White

#F7F7F7

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#38393B

Midnight Black Metallic/Ice Edge Roof

#2D2D2D

Ruby Flare Pearl

#81061B

Magnetic Gray Metallic/Ice Edge Roof

#38393B

Lunar Rock

#7D8C83

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Comfortable and pleasing to drive, the 2016 Toyota Highlander is a no-brainer pick for a three-row family crossover. It also earns our top rating

Regardless of trim level, the Highlander stands out by virtue of its spacious and comfortable cabin. Second-row seating is a choice of three-across bench seating or captain's chairs with a side table. The refined V6 and smooth six-speed automatic transmission deliver effortless acceleration and make the Highlander one of the quickest big crossovers around. There are also plenty of contemporary tech tools and smartphone-integrated services, anchored by an 8-inch high-resolution touchscreen display in the higher trim levels

The Highlander packs enough goodness that we've made it one of our top picks for a three-row crossover this year. But it's not the only model worth checking out. The Highlander's main rival, the Honda Pilot, is fully redesigned this year and is more upscale and carlike than in prior years. The Ford Explorer is also updated this year and offers a similar range of prices and features plus a strong turbocharged V6 option. There's also the handsome-looking Dodge Durango or the three-row Hyundai Santa Fe, the latter of which stacks up nicely against the Highlander across the board. All of them are competent family vehicles, but the Highlander certainly earns its well-deserved reputation for all-around goodness
pros
Refined interior appointments
Quiet, compliant ride
Smooth and strong V6 engine
Seating for up to eight, functional cabin design.

cons
Lackluster four-cylinder engine
Third-row seat isn't as roomy as those in some other top rivals

By:

edmunds.com

The 2016 Toyota Highlander isn't all that exciting to look at or to drive, but it's very versatile and handsome enough to be a great minivan alternative

The Highlander may look a little more rugged than it has in the past; yet it's still more closely related to Toyota's cars than to its rugged trucks like the 4Runner. The Highlander stands as a more civil, family-friendly alternative to the 4Runner or a more spacious alternative to the RAV4

In its latest generation, the Highlander lineup has become a little more truck-influenced from the outside, with the maw-like grille and exaggerated wheel wells and sills offering more than a faint hint of rugged cues. Inside, the cabin is all car, although there are a few fine details borrowed from Toyota's trucks, some Teutonic-themed dash action, and a pleasing jumble of lines and textures.

Pros
Wide range of powertrains
Flexible second row
Easy third-row access
Good connectivity

Cons
Design is better, but still bland
Just-adequate powertrains
Somewhat busy dash design
Hybrid only delivers if you drive gingerly

By:

thecarconnection.com

The Toyota Highlander's reasonable price and ample list of advanced safety features make it one the best value propositions in the class. You won't find any other midsize SUV at its roughly $30,000 price point with this many active safety features. On top of that, its interior is made with upscale materials, and the ride is hushed

the Highlander's driving dynamics are comfortable but dull. It’s base four-cylinder engine is unusual for the class, as most rivals have a standard V6. You can add a V6 engine to the Highlander, but you’ll pay about $1,400 to do so. With its base engine, the Highlander’s fuel economy is above average for the class. You’ll get even better gas mileage with the optional V6 engine. If you want a better driving experience and a more potent engine in the base model, look to the Honda Pilot. There’s a modest $35 difference in price between it and the Highlander, and the Pilot handles much better through turns. You’ll also get the V6 engine standard – just not the active safety features. And if you’re a fan of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, the Pilot has them in all but the base trims. You can’t get either with Toyota – at any trim level

Pros
Lots of standard active safety features
Above-average fuel economy
Comfortable and quiet on the highway

Cons
Dull performance and handling
Cramped third-row seat

By:

cars.usnews.com

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 covers more bases this year with smartphone compatibility and tough-looking off-road trims.

Pros
Great looks
New smartphone compatibility
Tough-looking TRD Off-road
Good cargo space
Standard active safety features

Cons
Compromised interior
Off-road hardware more about looks
Expensive top trims
Cheap-feeling plastics

By:

thecarconnection.com

Toyota is introducing the TRD Off-Road model for 2020, which comes with unique 18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, a TRD Off-Road suspension kit with red coil springs, and plenty of TRD logos dotting the interior and exterior. Elsewhere in the lineup, Android Auto capability becomes a standard feature as does SiriusXM satellite radio; XLE models now come with a power-adjustable driver's seat but lose the standard moonroof, which becomes part of the optional Convenience package. The mid-range Adventure model gains a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, but that model's power liftgate is now optional. Limited trims now come with the premium JBL audio system as standard.

Pros
Rugged styling, available hybrid model, plenty of standard safety tech.

Cons
Overly spartan base model, rough-edged engine noise, mundane driving dynamics.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.New TRD Off-Road trim,Android Auto added to Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility.Power driver's seat now standard on XLE grade.

Pros
Quiet interior and comfortable ride quality
Abundant cargo and passenger space
Controls are easy to use

Cons
Lackluster power from base powertrain
No other engines available
Uncomfortable front passenger seat
Vague steering means you'll sometimes misjudge your inputs

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

25.00mpg

32.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

2.50L

Torque:

248ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

184ft-lbs

at 5 000rpm

Horsepower:

270hp

at 6 200rpm

203hp

at 6 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

37.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

191.10in

181.50in

Width:

75.80in

73.40in

Height:

70.10in

68.60in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

8.60in

Front Track:

64.40in

Rear Track:

64.20in

Wheel Base:

109.80in

105.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.50

37.70

Rear Head Room:

39.60

39.50

Front Leg Room:

44.20in

41.00in

Rear leg room:

38.40in

37.80in

Front Hip Room:

57.10in

54.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.30in

57.80in

Rear Hip Room:

57.10in

47.70in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.60in

56.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

83.20cu.ft

69.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

13.80cu.ft

37.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.00degrees

19.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

23.10degrees

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4354.00lbs

3655.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

4 one-touch power windows

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Bucket front seats

8 -way power driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Leather

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leatherette

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Rear Seats Features:

folding rear seatback

Manual folding bench third row seats

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Leather steering wheel

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

12 total speakers

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Adjustable speed sensitive volume control

Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Remote anti-theft alarm system

First Aid Kit

Glass Breakage Sensor

VIP RS3200 Plus Security System

Glass Breakage Sensor

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Protection Package

Preferred Accessory Package

Protection Package

TRD Off-Road Grade Technology Package

Protection Package

Weather Package

Exterior Options:

Mudguards

Alloy Wheel Locks

Paint Protection Film

Rear Bumper Applique

Drop Hitch Receiver

Rear Bumper Protector

Special Color

Cross Bars

Cross Bars and Side Rails

Towing Receiver Hitch w/Wire Harness

Door Edge Guards

Rear Bumper Protector

Body SIde Molding

Running Boards

Clear Paint Protection - Hood Package

Clear Paint Protection - Door Package

Accent Stripe

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Alloy Wheel Locks

Special Color

Door Edge Guards

Mudguards

Blackout Emblem Overlay

Two-Tone

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Black Wheel Locks

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Paint Protection Film

Interior Options:

All-Weather Floor Mats and Cargo Liner

Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat

Carpet Floor Mats and Cargo Liner

Wireless Headphones

Cargo Net

Carpet Floor Mats and Carpet Cargo Mat

Retractable Cargo Cover

Cargo Cover

Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System

2nd Row Captain's Chairs

Carpet Floor Mats, Carpet Cargo Mat, All Weather Floor Mats

10" Overhead DVD Player (moonroof vehicles)

Connectivity Package (4 Piece)

Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat

Universal Tablet Holder

Premium Audio W/Dynamic Navigation And JBL W/Clari-Fi

Spider Cargo Net

Frameless Homelink Mirror

Door Sill Protectors

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ash, cloth

#7D7C7C

Black, cloth

#282828

Color:

Black, leatherette

#191919

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Comparison - Toyota Highlander Limited 2016 - vs - Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road 2020

General

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Vanguard

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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