2021 Toyota Highlander XLE
- Used
The overview
- Exterior Color
- Gray
- Odometer
- 88,619 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 20/27 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- V-6 cyl
- VIN
- 5TDHZRBH7MS540688
- Stock Number
- NRM-55
The highlights
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- 3rd row seats
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: Safety Connect with 1-year trial
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Garage door transmitter: HomeLink
- Illuminated entry
- Moonroof sunshade: manual
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote engine start: smart device only (subscription required)
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trunk/hatch auto-latch
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Speed-sensing steering
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Diversity antenna
- Primary LCD size: 8.0"
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- 3rd row seats: split-bench
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Reclining 3rd row seat
- Seat Upholstery: leatherette SofTex
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: V-6
- Drive type: all-wheel
- Engine liters: 3.5L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 20mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 27mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.9gal.
- Horsepower: 295hp @ 6,600RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 24
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 263 lb.-ft. @ 4,700RPM
- Transmission: 8 speed automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 18 deg
- Departure angle: 23 deg
- Ground clearance (max): 203mm (8.0")
- Ramp breakover angle: 17 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Power liftgate
- Rear cargo: power liftgate
- Spoiler
- Trailer sway control
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- 3rd row headroom: 917mm (36.1")
- 3rd row hiproom: 1,158mm (45.6")
- 3rd row legroom: 704mm (27.7")
- 3rd row shoulder room: 1,397mm (55.0")
- Compression ratio: 11.80 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,982kg (4,370lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 94.0mm x 83.0mm (3.70" x 3.27")
- Engine displacement: 3.5 L
- Engine horsepower: 295hp @ 6,600RPM
- Engine torque: 263 lb.-ft. @ 4,700RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,930mm (76.0")
- Exterior height: 1,730mm (68.1")
- Exterior length: 4,950mm (194.9")
- Front headroom: 1,006mm (39.6")
- Front hiproom: 1,453mm (57.2")
- Front legroom: 1,067mm (42.0")
- Front shoulder room: 1,499mm (59.0")
- GVWR: 2,692kg (5,935lbs)
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 2,387 L (84 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 453 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 3,939L (139.1 cu.ft.)
- Payload: 710kg (1,565lbs)
- Rear headroom: 1,001mm (39.4")
- Rear hiproom: 1,448mm (57.0")
- Rear legroom: 1,041mm (41.0")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,483mm (58.4")
- Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.7m (18.7')
- Wheelbase: 2,850mm (112.2")
- 2nd row sun blinds
- Appearance: analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) warning
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Departure Alert (LDA) w/Steering Assist active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Traffic sign information
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Pre-Collision System (PCS) mitigation
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) warning
- Security system
- Tracker system: Safety Connect with 1-year trial
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
Slip into this **gray 2021 Toyota Highlander** and youll see why its such a favorite for people who want one SUV that can handle just about anything life throws at itcommutes, carpools, weekend getaways, and the we might bring the trailer kind of plans.Under the hood is a **3.5L V6 gasoline engine**, matched to a **Direct-Shift 8-speed automatic transmission** that keeps power feeling smooth and confident. Around town, the **auto stop-start system** helps avoid wasting fuel at long lights, and when the road opens up, its ready to stretch its legs without breaking a sweat. Add in **full-time all-wheel drive**, and youve got the kind of sure-footed traction that inspires confidence when the weather turns or the pavement gets less than perfect.The Highlanders ride feels composed thanks to a well-balanced suspension setup and responsive **electric power steering**, while smart braking tech (including **ABS**, **brake assist**, and **hill hold/hill descent control**) helps keep things calm when conditions get hilly or unpredictable. Planning to bring extra gear? Its equipped with **towing hardware and trailer sway control**, so you can haul with more peace of mind.Outside, the gray paint pairs nicely with **18-inch machined alloy wheels**, LED lighting, fog lamps, and a clean, modern look thats equally at home in a driveway or a downtown parking garage. Up top, an **express open/close sunroof** brings in fresh air and sunshine on demand, and deep tinted glass helps keep the cabin comfortable and private.Inside, its designed for real life: supportive seating for the driver, a leather-wrapped steering wheel that feels great in hand, handy storage throughout, and thoughtful touches like a **HomeLink garage door transmitter** and an **auto-dimming rearview mirror** for easier night driving. Dual front displays and a multi-information driver setup keep key info right where you want it.On the safety and driver-assist side, this Highlander comes well prepared with **dynamic radar cruise control**, **lane tracing assist**, a **pre-collision system**, **blind spot monitoring**, and **rear cross-traffic alert**the kind of features that quietly help out in the background, especially in traffic or busy parking lots. And when its time to reverse, the **backup camera with washer** helps keep your view clear.If youre looking for a **used SUV** that blends power, all-weather capability, comfort, and modern confidencethis **gray Highlander AWD** is ready to be your everyday upgrade. Visit Carz Inc to shop our great deals. You can contact us or call 731-574-9994 to schedule your test drive today.
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.0out of 5 overall- 4.0
Decent Everyday Utility Vehicle
by Avgas175 on 7/15/2026 7:21:30 AM
Had this 2023 Highlander had accumulated about 27K miles on it and here's my say on this vehicle. The engine is a very good design as it it would give me the necessary power I need when I press the accelerator despite having a fat turbo behind the engine. No lag, all synchronized. The seats are very comfortable to sit and relax, especially during long road trips. The controls that it comes it are very nice and easy to use. The info screen software system connects well with my phone bluetooth and cable. Speakers are very nice as I drive down the road. Phones calls on the SUV is phenomenal as it can easily hear everything about my voice and have the caller recipient hear me coherently well. The space within the vehicle is amazing. I have the XSE trim and it cames with all captain seats except the third row. Can do Costco hauls like a champ with the 2nd row up. Safety features are top notch and pulled me out from some close calls during driving. The down sides I had to deal with were the battery that comes straight from the assembly line in Texas is pretty faulty as it would not handle being sat idle without going on long drives. Recommend you get a fresh battery before the warranty expires from the dealership. The rear hatch struts can cause issues over time and at some point, it would not allow you to open the rear trunk without brute force. Luckly, I was able to get that replaced under warranty. There is a pretty decent amount of wind and tire noises that would come in during highway driving. Overall, once you get the 2 things that needs to be adressed regarding the battery and and rear hatch, it has solid everyday vehicle that is worth every penny. - 5.0
Great Toyota
by Beautiful on 1/11/2026 11:32:11 PM
THis Toyota has never let me down! I would say this is one of the best built car I have ever had ! ( I’am 82 yrs. Old and have owned a few !I have owned Caddies and Lincoln’s but believe me this Toyota has got them all beat ! Even with its rather small turbo engine, it can make the tires chirp! Plus it also gets 26.5 miles per gallon in city and 30 miles per gallon on a trip ! It is a beautiful green metallic color! Love it ! - 5.0
Toyota never breaks down
by Doug on 11/27/2025 5:08:12 AM
I own a 2020 Toyota Highland XLE AWD. I am blown away by the fact that we bought this car new. And I still have the original front brakes and rotors on it with 66,000 miles on it. I have reg maintence done like oil changes, tire rotations,alignments. And the brakes are still in great shape. It runs like a dream,27mpg, awesome V6 power. No issues here at all. Between my wife and I we have owned 2006 Toyota Rav4 limited awd, a 2011 Toyota Camry v6 XLE, a 2015 Toyota Camry XSE V6, a 2018 Toyota Rav4 XLE AWD, a 2019 Toyota Corolla XSE, a 2020 AWD Highlander AWD V6, and a 2021 Toyota Highlandet Limited V6 AWD. We both love the brand. They never break down. Just do your maintence regularly and enjoy your purchase like we have.. OH WHAT A FEELING TO DRIVE, "TOYOTA" !!!