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Used Toyota Highlander: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Toyota Highlander from 2010 to 2025, across 3 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $10,000 to $42,000), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2020, 2022–2025. Look harder at or skip 2021.
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander
A polished three-row SUV with an efficient hybrid and a choice of gas engines over the years.
Years to target: 2020, 2022–2025. Look harder at or skip: 2021. It has one of the most dependable records of any used car.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $28,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~95,000 |
| 2021 | $31,000 | Look harder | 5 of 5 | ~80,000 |
| 2022 | $33,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~65,000 |
| 2023 | $36,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~55,000 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~40,000 |
| 2025 | $42,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~25,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2021: owner complaints spike (514, mostly the transmission).
- The third row and cargo space behind it are small for the class, and the turbo four feels less smooth than the old V6.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the XLE: it adds heated synthetic-leather seats, a sunroof and a power passenger seat over the LE. 2020 to 2022 models suit buyers who prefer the V6 over the later turbo four.
On the test drive
On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2020).
- Adaptive cruise control: standard from the start of this generation (2020).
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from the start of this generation (2020).
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Sequoia 2017–2018 · $32,000–$35,500
- Lexus GX 2017–2018 · $31,000–$35,500
- Toyota Land Cruiser 2012–2013 · $31,500–$35,500
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2014–2019 Toyota Highlander
A quiet, refined three-row SUV with a strong six-cylinder and an available hybrid.
Years to target: 2014–2019. It has one of the most dependable records of any used car.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $14,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~145,000 |
| 2015 | $16,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~130,000 |
| 2016 | $19,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2017 | $21,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~110,000 |
| 2018 | $24,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~100,000 |
| 2019 | $27,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~85,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- The third row suits kids more than adults, and 2014 to 2016 models use an older six-speed and lack standard safety tech.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for a 2017 or newer XLE: the refresh brought standard automatic braking, adaptive cruise and an 8-speed V6, and the XLE adds leather, heated seats, a sunroof and navigation.
On the test drive
On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from 2017, optional from 2014.
- Adaptive cruise control: standard from 2017, optional from 2014.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus GX 2013–2014 · $18,500–$21,000
- Toyota Sequoia 2012–2013 · $19,000–$21,500
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2010–2013 Toyota Highlander
A comfortable three-row family SUV with a strong reputation for reliability.
Years to target: 2010–2013. It has one of the most dependable records of any used car.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $10,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~185,000 |
| 2011 | $11,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~175,000 |
| 2012 | $12,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~165,000 |
| 2013 | $13,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~150,000 |
Worth knowing
- The third row is tight and the cabin feels dated, and older hybrid batteries deserve a health check.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Target an SE or a V6 base model: the 3.5L V6 is the engine to have, and the SE adds leather, heated seats and a power liftgate.
On the test drive
On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus GX 2010 · $12,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.