The 2016 Toyota Highlander is extremely well-equipped for cargo. Behind the first row, the Highlander can offer up to 83.7 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Engine Options
The 2016 Highlander comes standard with a 185-hp, 4-cylinder engine, but can be upgraded to a V6 or a hybrid V6.
Seating Capacity
Unlike most SUVs of its size, which max out at six or seven people in terms of capacity, the 2016 Highlander can accommodate eight passengers.
Transmission
A six-speed automatic transmission with intelligence, sequential shift mode, and snow mode comes standard on the 2016 Toyota highlander.
Technology
The Entune Audio system with intelligent touch control comes standard on the 2016 Highlander. This includes either a 6.1- or 8-inch touchscreen.
Fuel Economy
Despite being a large vehicle, the Highlander still manages pretty solid gas mileage numbers at 25 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in the city.
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The 2016 Toyota Highlander continues a legacy of greatness that has given this model one of the best track records in the automotive industry. With the 2016 model year, the Highlander has seen some fantastic additions, while still maintaining the quality that has made it a perennial favorite. At the base of the 2016 Highlander is a 185-hp engine that can put out up to 184 lb.-ft of torque. This is operated by a six-speed automatic transmission that features intelligence, sequential shift mode, and snow mode.
In terms of usability, the Toyota Highlander is right up there with the best SUVs. The 2016 Highlander provides drivers with ample cargo space. With the rear rows of seats folded down, the Highlander has a maximum of 83.7 cubic feet of cargo space. That is a whole lot of room for an SUV that isn't even considered the largest in the Toyota lineup. And despite all this interior space, the Highlander is still able to get about 25 mpg on the highway.
While the basics of the 2016 Toyota Highlander are quite strong, the additional features of this vehicle are partially what make it such a unique product. Besides the Entune entertainment system, which features either a 6.1- or 8-inch touchscreen, there is an incredible lineup of features for this SUV. Some of the safety features include a standard backup camera, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, and a lane departure alert system. Toyota vehicles are always known as safe, but these safety features take it to the next level.
But not all the additions to the Highlander are purely for practicality and safety. There are plenty of features that are purely for enjoyment, such as the conversation mirror. This mirror, installed above the rear-view mirror, allows drivers to more easily continue conversations with people in the rear of the vehicle without turning their heads. The available panoramic moon roof opens up the sky in a way you've never experienced before. If you want to learn more about the 2016 Highlander, fill out the form on this page.
