COMPETITIVE 2016 Highlander Limited AWD VS. FEB MID-SIZE ... · 2016 Highlander Limited AWD VS....

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2016 Highlander Limited AWD VS. 2016 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD

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EFFICIENCYHighlander Limited AWD has better EPA-estimated city/highway/combined fuel mileage of 18/24/20 mpg5, versus 16/23/19 for Explorer Limited

SAFETYBlind Spot Monitor (BSM)6 and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)7 provide added safety in limited visibility situations. Explorer offers similar features, but only as extra-cost options

VALUE “Excellent” value rating from IntelliChoice, versus “Average” for Ford Explorer. Highlander Limited AWD also has a five-year ownership cost advantage of nearly $5,0004

TECHNOLOGYExplorer’s Sync with MyFord Touch system offers nothing like Highlander’s Entune® App Suite2, which brings many top mobile apps and features right to your dash

CONVENIENCEHighlander Limited comes equipped with Driver Easy Speak, a unique system that uses the microphone and audio system to amplify the driver’s voice throughout the cabin


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The 2016 Highlander Limited AWD is certainly one of the most impressive vehicles in the mid-size SUV segment, but the Ford Explorer is an admirable contender as well. As one of the most popular SUVs in history, Explorer boasts noteworthy features like a 290-horsepower engine and 20-inch alloy wheels, but its shortcomings become apparent when stacked up against Highlander.

With stylish touches like sleek Chromtec® roof rails, perforated leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front and second row seats, and Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with In-Vehicle Navigation1 and App Suite2, Highlander Limited is a well-appointed package with features that Explorer either can’t match or can only compete against with extra-cost options equipped. When factoring in its lower MSRP3 and five-year cost of ownership4, Highlander Limited AWD easily achieves its goal of being the best mid-size SUV for families that want to take on every adventure in style, comfort, and safety.

20 more horsepower (290 hp) than Highlander Limited (270 hp)

Intelligent 4WD system offers Terrain Management System with four terrain settings

21 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, versus 13.8 in Highlander Limited AWD

Front-facing 180-degree camera and washers for both front and rear cameras

Longer period of complimentary roadside assistance, at five years or 60,000 miles

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TOP CHALLENGER HIGHLIGHTS

2016 Ford Explorer Limited

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MID-SIZEHIGHLANDER LIMITED AWD SIZES UP AGAINST FORD EXPLORER LIMITED 4WDSHOWDOWN

HIGHLANDER LIMITED AWD KEY ADVANTAGES

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COMPARISON

2016 Highlander Limited AWD 2016 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD

MSRP $41,8753 $43,300

Engine 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Dual VVT-i 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Ti-VCT

HorsepowerTorque

270 hp @ 6200 rpm248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

290 hp @ 6,500 rpm255 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm

Transmission 6-speed Electronically-Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i), sequential shift mode and snow mode

6-speed SelectShift Automatic

All-Wheel Drive Dynamic Torque Control AWD System Intelligent 4WD with Hill Descent Control and Terrain Management System

Est. MPG [city/hwy/combined] 18/24/205 16/23/19

Towing Capacity (lbs.) 5,000 lbs.12 5,000 lbs. with available Trailer Tow Package (MSRP $570)

Seating Capacity 7 7

Cargo volume (cu.ft.) behind front/second-row/third-row seats

83.2/42.3/13.813 81.7/43.9/21

Airbags 814 7

Standard Audio Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with In-Vehicle Navigation1 and App Suite2 - includes the Entune™ Multimedia Bundle (8-in. high resolution touch-screen with split screen display, AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, 12 JBL® GreenEdge™ speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port15 with iPod®16 connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition17, hands- free18 phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth®19 wireless technology), Siri® Eyes Free20, Entune® App Suite2, Intelligent Touch controls, SiriusXM®21 All Access Radio with three-month complimentary trial, HD radio™22, HD predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay, AM/FM cache radio, Gracenote® album cover art and integrated backup camera23 display with dynamic gridlines

Premium Audio System from Sony® with integrated navigation and 8.0-in. touch-screen display; features 12 speakers including two subwoofers; AM/FM CD player, MP3 playback capability, HD Radio Technology, SiriusXM All Access Radio with six-month complimentary trial, iTunes Tagging, hands-free calling with Bluetooth audio, Gracenote® album cover art and integrated front/rear camera display

Apps Entune® App Suite2 - includes Destination Search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable®, Pandora®24, Facebook Places, Yelp™ and Slacker Radio; real-time info including traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks

Not available

Navigation 8-in. high resolution touch-screen integrated navigation1 with HD™22 predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay

8-in. touch-screen integrated navigation with voice-activation, SD card for map and point of interest storage, SiriusXM Traffic and TravelLink

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QUICK FACTS

2015 Toyota Highlander was named a Best Buy of the Year Award by Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com10

2015 Best Overall Value of the Year Winner by

IntelliChoice4

2016 Toyota Highlander was named to Kelley Blue

Book’s 16 Best Family Cars of 201610

2015 Best 3-Row SUV for Families by U.S. News and

World Report11

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PERFORMANCE / DESIGN

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension; double-wishbone rear suspension; front and rear stabilizer bars

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension; independent multi-link rear suspension; front and rear stabilizer bars

38.7 ft. turning circle 38.9 ft. turning circle

Power-assisted ventilated 12.9-in. front disc brakes and solid 12.2-in. rear disc brakes

Power-assisted 13.85-in. front disc brakes and 13.5-in. rear disc brakes

19-in. 5-spoke Chromtec® alloy wheels and black center caps with P245/55R19 105S tires

20-in. premium painted aluminum wheels with P255/50HR20 all-season tires

4,508 lbs. curb weight 4,633 lbs. curb weight

8.0-in. ground clearance 7.8-in. ground clearance

Chromtec® roof rails Chrome roof rails

LED daytime running lights with on/off feature LED signature daytime running lights

Projector-beam halogen smoked-chrome accent headlights with auto on/off feature

Bi-functional projector-beam halogen with automatic LED low-beams

NAVIGATION / MULTIMEDIA

Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with In-Vehicle Navigation1 and App Suite2 – includes the Entune™ Multimedia Bundle (8-in. high resolution touch-screen with split screen display, AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, advanced voice recognition17, hands-free18 phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth®19 wireless technology), Siri® Eyes Free20, Intelligent Touch controls, SiriusXM®21 All Access Radio with three-month complimentary trial, HD radio™22, HD predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay, AM/ FM cache radio, and Gracenote® album cover art

Premium Audio System from Sony® with integrated navigation and 8.0-in. touch-screen display; features 12 speakers including two subwoofers; AM/FM CD player, MP3 playback capability, HD Radio Technology, SiriusXM All Access Radio with six-month complimentary trial, iTunes Tagging, hands-free calling with Bluetooth audio, and Gracenote® album cover art

Entune® App Suite2 - includes Destination Search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable®, Pandora®24, Facebook Places, Yelp™ and Slacker Radio; real-time info including traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks

Not available

4.2-in. color LCD Multi-Information Display in meter cluster with odometer, current/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, AWD torque distribution, control guide, navigation1 with turn-by-turn directions, audio status, hands-free18 incoming call notices, telephone information, ECO Driving Indicator

4.2-in. color LCD Multi-Information Display with driver-configurable data

12 JBL® GreenEdge™ speakers 12 Sony® speakers

Available Rear-seat Blu-ray® DVD entertainment system with 9-in. display, RCA jacks, remote, and two wireless headphones (EY) (MSRP $1,810)

Available DVD Headrest entertainment system (MSRP $1,995)

Auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port15 with iPod®16 connectivity and control

Auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod® connectivity and control, SD card reader

PERFORMANCE & DESIGNComplementing its legendary Toyota safety and reliability, Highlander Limited AWD makes use of its lower curb weight to help fuel efficiency5. Combining this smart design and practicality with a tight turning radius and 8-inch ground clearance, Highlander Limited AWD gets to the destination with ease.

Highlander Hybrid takes drivetrain technology to the next level with its AWD-i system, a virtual four-wheel-drive solution that utilizes electric motor power for rear-wheel traction, rather than a traditional mechanical linkage. No similar system exists on any Ford Explorer trim.

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COMFORT / CONVENIENCE

Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with memory, turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, puddle lamps and folding features

Color-keyed power outside mirrors with driver-side memory and Autofold power folding

Smart Key System25 on front doors and liftgate with push button start and remote keyless entry system with illuminated entry

Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start

Three 12V auxiliary power outlets (2 front and 1 second-row); One 120V auxiliary AC power outlet (second-row); one USB 2.0 charging port in front

Four 12V auxiliary power outlets (2 front, 1 second-row, 1 cargo); One 110V auxiliary AC power outlet (front); dual second-row smart-charging USB ports

Perforated leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front-row seats, 8-way power-adjustable memory driver’s seat with power thigh support, lumbar support, 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat

SofTex®-trimmed 60/40 split, perforated leather-trimmed second-row captain’s chairs with side table

Fold-flat third-row seat with sliding headrests and recline function

Perforated leather-trimmed and climate-controlled front-row seats, 10-way power front-row seats with lumbar and memory function for driver’s seat

Perforated leather-trimmed and heated second-row seats

Third-row PowerFold® 50/50 split folding bench seat

Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with metallic accents and audio, Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth®19 hands-free18 phone, voice command, cruise control, and multi-media information controls

Leather-wrapped, power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with cruise, audio and five-way SYNC controls

Second-row retractable window sunshades Not available

Power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade and jam protection

Available dual-panel moonroof (MSRP $1595)

Three-zone automatic climate control with air filter, separate second-row control panel, individual temperature settings for driver, front passenger and rear-seat passengers and second- and third-row vents

Dual-zone electronic temperature control with air filtration and rear auxiliary climate control

Driver Easy Speak Not available

Flip-up rear hatch window and height-adjustable power liftgate with jam protection

Hands-free power liftgate

COMFORT & CONVENIENCEWhile Highlander Limited offers a great list of traditional comfort features – including a climate control system with three zones – it also sports unique convenience functionalities like Driver Easy Speak. This system uses the built-in microphone up front to pick up the driver’s voice and transmits it to the back through the rear speakers. Also included is a standard height-adjustable power liftgate and a flip-up rear hatch window that’s ideal to quickly grab small items from the cargo area. Of all these features, Explorer Limited only offers a power tailgate.

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SAFETY

8 total airbags14 7 total airbags

Driver knee airbag14 Available inflatable rear safety belts (part of 301A Equipment Group, MSRP $3,000)

Star Safety System™ includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)26, Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake- force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)27 and Smart Stop Technology (SST)28

AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ — includes Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Roll Stability Control (RSC), Terrain Management System ABS And Driveline Traction Control, Side Impact Beams, Front And Rear Parking Sensors, Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Available Driver Technology Package (AT) - Safety Connect®29, Pre-Collision System30, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control31, Lane Departure Alert32, Auto High Beams33 (MSRP $1,400)

Available Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist (part of 301A Equipment Group, MSRP $3,000); available Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support (MSRP $1,150)

Available Safety Connect®29 — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance34 and Automatic Collision Notification. Available by subscription. Complimentary one-year trial subscription.

SOS Post-Crash Alert System™; 911 Assist®

Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)6 and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)7

Available Blind Spot Information System (BLIS with cross-traffic alert) (MSRP $650)

Backup camera23 display with dynamic gridlines Front and rear cameras with washers and 180-degree front view

Rear parking assist sonar35 Available Enhanced Active Park Assist (part of 301A Equipment Group, MSRP $3,000)

Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)8 Hill Start Assist

Downhill Assist Control (DAC)9 Hill Descent Control

WARRANTY

Basic Warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile Basic Warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile

Powertrain limited warranty: 5-year/60,000-mile Powertrain limited warranty: 5-year/60,000-mile

Anti-Corrosion Warranty: 5-year/Unlimited miles Anti-Corrosion Warranty: 5-year/Unlimited miles

ToyotaCare34 – 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, no cost normal factory scheduled maintenance plan

Available Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan (dealer based pricing)

ToyotaCare34 – 2-year/unlimited mile 24/7 roadside assistance

5-years/60,000 miles 24-hour roadside assistance

WARRANTYBoth vehicles provide similar warranty packages, but all Toyota vehicles come with ToyotaCare no cost maintenance plan for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first34. For Explorer Limited, the only maintenance plans available are offered at additional cost.

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SAFETYHighlander Limited AWD has standard Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)6 and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)7 systems in place to help drivers when other vehicles enter their blind spots on either side or when backing out of a driveway or parking spot. Explorer Limited does offer similar driver assistance systems, but only in the form of extra-cost options.

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1. Availability & accuracy of the information provided by the navigation system is dependent upon many factors. Use common sense when relying on information provided. Services & programming subject to change. Services not available in every city or roadway. Updates may be available from your dealer at an additional cost. See your navigation system Owner’s Manual for details. 2. Apps/services vary by phone/carrier; functionality depends on many factors. Select apps use large amounts of data; you are responsible for charges. Apps & services subject to change. See Toyota.com/entune for details. 3. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee of $835 for Cars, $900 for Small/Light Trucks (Sienna, RAV4, Highlander Gas, Highlander HV, 4Runner, Tacoma and Venza), $1195 for Large Trucks (Tundra), and $995 for Large SUVs (Sequoia and Land Cruiser). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing handing and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handing and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. Actual dealer price will vary. 4. 2015 IntelliChoice, www.IntelliChoice.com; Full-Size Utility. Based on 2015 model year study. 5. 2016 Highlander Limited AWD EPA 18/city, 24/hwy, 20/comb MPG estimates. Actual mileage will vary. 6. Do not rely exclusively on the blind-spot monitor. Always look over your shoulder and use your turn signal. There are limitations to the function, detection, range and clarity of the monitor. For a complete list of limitations and directions, please see the Owner’s Manual. 7. Do not rely exclusively on the Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system. Always look over your shoulder and use your mirrors to confirm rear clearance. There are limitations to the function, detection, range and clarity of the system. To learn more, see Owner’s Manual. 8. Hill-Start Assist Control is designed to help minimize backward rolling on steep ascents. It is not a substitute for safe driving judgment and practices. Factors including grade, surface conditions and driver input can all affect whether HAC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. See Owner’s Manual for details. 9. Downhill Assist Control is designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep, downhill descents. It is not a substitute for safe driving judgment and practices. Factors including speed, grade, surface conditions and driver input can all affect whether DAC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 10. For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. 11. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov) 12. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on the total weight of any cargo, occupants and available equipment. 13. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. 14. All the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions; Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. See your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings. 15. May not be compatible with all WMA/MP3 players and like models. 16. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. All rights reserved. 17. Advanced Voice Recognition capabilities vary by head unit. 18. Concentrating on the road should always be your first priority while driving. Do not use the hands-free phone system if it will distract you. 19. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toyota is under license. A compatible Bluetooth enabled phone must first be paired. Phone performance depends on software, coverage & carrier. 20. Always drive safely, obey traffic laws & focus on the road while driving. Siri® is available only on iPhone® 4s, or later iPad® w/Retina display, iPad® mini, & iPod® touch (5th gen.) & requires Internet access. Siri® is not available in all languages or all areas & features vary by area. Some Siri® functionality & commands are not accessible in the vehicle. Data charges may apply. See Apple.com & phone carrier for details. Siri® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.’s. 21. SiriusXM® services require a subscription after a 3 month trial period. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM® Customer Agreement available at SiriusXM.com. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM® service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. 22. HD Radio™ Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD, HD Radio, and “Arc” logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. 23. The backup camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather will limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy. 24. PANDORA®, the PANDORA® logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.25. The Smart Key system may interfere with some pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. If you have one of these medical devices, please talk to your doctor to see if you should deactivate this system. 26. Vehicle Stability Control is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 27. Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance, tire and road conditions. 28. Smart Stop Technology operates only in the event of certain contemporaneous brake and accelerator pedal applications. When engaged, the system will reduce power to help the brakes bring the vehicle to a stop. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver input can all impact stopping distance. Smart Stop Technology is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving and does not guarantee instant stopping. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 29. Contact with the response center may not be available in all areas. Service Agreement required. A variety of subscription terms available; charges will vary. See Toyota.com for details. 30. The Pre-Collision System is designed to help reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. See your Owner’s Manual for further information. 31. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. See your Owner’s Manual for details. 32. Lane Departure Alert is designed to read lane markers under certain conditions, and provide visual and audible alerts when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness depends on many factors. See Owner’s Manual for more information. 33. Automatic high beams system operates at speeds above 25 mph. Situations such as a dirty windshield, variable weather, lighting conditions and hilly terrain will limit effectiveness, requiring the driver to manually turn off. See Owner’s Manual for details. 34. Covers normal factory scheduled service for 2 years or 25K miles, whichever comes first. Roadside assistance does not include parts and fluids, except emergency fuel delivery. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions. Valid only in the continental U.S. and Alaska. 35. Do not exclusively rely on the Parking Assist Sonar system. Always look over your shoulder and use your mirrors to confirm clearance. System effectiveness depends on many factors. See Owner’s Manual for details.


2015 ESTIMATED 5-YEAR OWNERSHIP COSTS – INTELLICHOICE.COM4

Depreciation:Year 1: $5,166Year 2: $3,205Year 3: $3,141Year 4: $2,994Year 5: $2,8735-year total: $17,379 – cost advantage of $3,095

Depreciation:Year 1: $6,648Year 2: $3,682Year 3: $3,582Year 4: $3,369Year 5: $3,1935-year total: $20,474

Financing: $4,099 Financing: $4,003

Insurance: $6,595 Insurance: $7,555

State Fees: $519 State Fees: $503

Fuel: $11,584 Fuel: $12,172

Maintenance: $1,978 Maintenance: $2,385

Repairs: $697 Repairs: $694

5-year total ownership: $42,851 – cost advantage of $4,935

5-year total ownership: $47,786

Value Rating: Excellent Value Rating: Average

VALUEHighlander Limited AWD wins the comparison with its IntelliChoice value rating of “Excellent” (vs Explorer Limited 4WD’s “Average” rating) and significantly lower five-year estimated ownership cost – an advantage of $4,935 – when compared to the Explorer Limited 4WD4.

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