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2021 Toyota Highlander
The 2021 Toyota Highlander is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $60,990 for the GXL variant and topping out at $75,990 for the Limited Zr variant.
There are 3 variants of the Highlander available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2021.
The 2021 Highlander was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Toyota Highlander include 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (181kW) and 3.5L v6 (218kW/350Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or automatic continuously variable transmission transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $60,990 - $75,990†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV
- Retail Price
- $60,990 - $75,990†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV
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Toyota Highlander
Features & Specs
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Available Variants
The Toyota Highlander comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being GXL and the most expensive being Limited Zr.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,890 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,925 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 715 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2021 Toyota Highlander
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Toyota Highlander is the GXL variant that starts from $60,990.
See all Toyota Highlander PricingThe most expensive Toyota Highlander is the Limited Zr variant that starts from $75,990.
See all Toyota Highlander PricingThe best towing capacity of a Toyota Highlander is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Toyota Highlander towing capacityThe largest Toyota Highlander is the GXL variant which measures 1925mm wide, 4890mm in length and sits 1755mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 218kW of power and 350nm of torque are the GXL and Limited variants.
The Toyota Highlander is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Toyota Highlander is the GXL variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2685 kg.
The Toyota Highlander uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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