Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Highlander (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$3,800
- 4Runner: $3,800 cheaper, 13 hp more.
- Highlander: 2 mpg better, 3.9 in more rear legroom.
- 4Runner wins 6 of 11 measures.
| Measure | 4Runner | Highlander | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $43,565 | $47,365 | 4Runner |
| Horsepower | 278 hp | 265 hp | 4Runner |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 4Runner |
| MPG combined | 22 mpg | 24 mpg | Highlander |
| Cargo, max | 90.2 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft | 4Runner |
| Cargo, seats up | 48.4 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft | 4Runner |
| Rear legroom | 34.8 in | 38.7 in | Highlander |
| Front legroom | 41.8 in | 42.0 in | About the same |
| Length | 194.9 in | 194.9 in | Not scored |
| Width | 77.9 in | 76.0 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 4,455 lb to 4,870 lb | 4,376 lb | N/A |
| Towing | 6,000 lb | 5,000 lb | 4Runner |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | Highlander |
| Ground clearance | N/A | 8.0 in | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | N/A | 6.6 s estimate | N/A |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| 4Runner SR5 2WD $42,270 | Highlander XLE AWD $46,270 | $4,000 |
| Highlander XLE AWD $46,270 | 4Runner SR5 4WD $44,270 | $2,000 |
Hybrid vs hybrid
| Measure | 4Runner | Highlander | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $54,785 | $49,115 | Highlander |
| Horsepower | 326 hp | 243 hp | 4Runner |
| MPG combined | 23 mpg | 35 mpg | Highlander |
| Cargo, max | 82.6 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft | Highlander |
| Cargo, seats up | 48.4 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft | 4Runner |
| Rear legroom | 34.8 in | 38.7 in | Highlander |
| Front legroom | 41.8 in | 42.0 in | About the same |
| Towing | 6,000 lb | 3,500 lb | 4Runner |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | Highlander |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | About the same |
Highlander wins 5 of 10 measures.
Cost to run
4Runner costs $2,927 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | 4Runner | Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $43,565 | $47,365 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,745 | $1,600 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $10,473 | $9,600 |
| Total, 6 years | $54,038 | $56,965 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: 4Runner wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 4Runner | 8% |
| MPG | Highlander | 8% |
| Power | 4Runner | 5% |
| Space | 4Runner | 7% |
| Towing | 4Runner | 17% |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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