Car Review of the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid-Fuel Full-Size Sport Utility Vehicle
Base MSRP Range: $33,030-$39,290
Base Invoice Range: $29,561-$35,198
MSRP As Tested: $42,711
Versions: 2WD, AWD
Vehicle Category: Hybrid-Fuel Full-Size Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive .
Standard Engine as Tested: 3.3-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 24-valves, V-6,268 – horsepower at 5600 rpm and 212 lb-ft torque at 4400 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 4WD 30/26, AWD 32/27.
Transmission: CVT automatic.
Standard Safety Features: Driver and passenger airbags, Front side airbags, Front and 2nd-row curtain side airbags w/rollover sensor, Tire pressure monitoring system, "> Anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, Brake assist, Antiskid system.
Competition: Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Montero, Nissan Murano.
Ratings (1-10)
- Style: 6
- Performance: 7
- Price: 5
- Handling: 7
- Ride: 8
- Comfort: 8
- Quality: 10
- Overall: 7
More Data
Where Built: Japan
Major Options: Leather Package, Convenience package, Cold weather package. Power sunroof, Navigation system, Fog lights, Side steps, Alloy wheels, and postproduction options also available.
Seating: 7.
Number of Rows: 3.
Length in Inches: 184.6
Warranties: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper to bumper, 5/50,000 miles Extended powertrain (In CA, hybrid components are covered by a 10/150,000 warranty), 5 years/unlimited miles Corrosion protection, 3 years/36,000 miles Roadside assistance.
Weight in Pounds: 3,750 lbs.
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: 1100 – 1500 lbs.
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: 4,541 lbs. – 4,674 lbs.
Towing Capacity in Pounds: 3500 lbs.
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 18.8 FWD
Destination Charge: $565
