2020 Toyota Highlander Model & Price Differences
Are you in the market for an athletic and versatile midsize SUV? The 2020 Toyota Highlander offers a roomy interior and capable engine to carry up to eight passengers through whatever your day has to offer. So whether you’re looking to haul the entire soccer team to practice or enrich your next family road trip, let the team at Seeger Toyota in St. Louis, MO, help you find the Highlander that’s right for you. We’ve outlined the key features available in each of the five gas engine-powered 2020 Toyota Highlander trims for you in this research guide.
Search the 2020 Highlander inventory available at our St. Louis, MO, dealership to find your favorite model. Don’t forget to pair your choice with one of our lease deals. Do you have additional questions about how the 2020 Toyota Highlander L stacks up versus the LE versus XLE versus Limited versus Platinum trims? Please contact one of our product specialists either online or at (314) 434-5000 and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Key Features & Specs
An impressive standard from engine to interior, the Highlander L trim offers everyone a ride to remember. Key L features include:
- 3.5L V6 DOHC Atkinson cycle engine producing 295 HP and 263 lb.-ft. of torque
- Available in FWD or AWD
- Direct shift eight-speed automatic transmission
- Smart key system
- LED reflector headlights and LED tail and stop lights
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- UV reduction glass
- 18-in. painted-alloy wheels
- Material Black front grille with silver paint surround
- Rear spoiler with LED center high-mount stop light
- Three-zone automatic climate control
- Fabric-trimmed front-and-second row seats
- Eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat and four-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
- Seating for eight
- 60/40 split sliding and reclining fold-flat second- and third-row bench seats
- Dynamic radar cruise control
- Lane departure alert with steering assist
- 4.2-in. color LCD multi-information display
- Integrated backup camera with projected path
- Four USB ports and two 12V outlet
- Six speakers
- 8-in. touchscreen
- Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, and Amazon Alexa
- Bluetooth®
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® Connect
- Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0
- Star Safety System™
- Eight airbags
- Snow Mode and Drive Mode Select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Hill start assist control
- Stop and start engine system
- Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar
Key Features & Specs
Upgrade your safety, convenience, and entertainment features when you drive home in the 2020 Toyota Highlander LE. Includes L features, plus:
- LED fog lights
- Chrome LE grade badge
- Height-adjustable power liftgate with jam protection
- Leather-trimmed shift knob and leather steering wheel
- HD Radio™
- Engine immobilizer alarm
- Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert and outside mirror blindspot warning indicators
Key Features & Specs
Make your next drive fun behind the wheel of the Highlander XLE, courtesy of smart seating upgrades and smarter tech options. The XLE upgrades second row seats, but bumps maximum seating down to seven. Includes LE features, plus:
- 18-in. machined-finish alloy wheels
- Chrome XLE grade badge
- Power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade
- Roof rails
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone darching with charge indicator light
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver
- SofTex®-trimmed front- and second-row seats
- Heated front seats
- Ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat including power lumbar support
- Four-way power adjustable front passenger seat
- Second-row fold-down captain’s chairs
- Second-row sunshades
- 7-in. color LCD multi-information display
Key Features & Specs
Experience an interior decked out with creature comforts and premium features in the 2020 Toyota Highlander Limited trim. Includes XLE features, plus:
- Reverse tilt-down outside mirror memory function
- LED-strip daytime running lights
- High-output LED fog lights
- 20-in. chrome wheels
- Black front grille with chrome-plated surround
- Rear lower bumper in dark gray metallic finish
- Chrome Limited grade badge
- Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection
- Leather-trimmed front- and second-row seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Integrated backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Ambient interior lighting
- Faux wood door trim and ornamental dash trim
- Driver Easy Speak
- Premium audio with dynamic navigation and JBL® with Clari-Fi®
- Front and rear parking assistant with automated braking
- Predictive fuel-efficient drive
Key Features & Specs
Explore every opportunity with supreme confidence in the Highlander Platinum trim. Includes Limited features, plus:
- Adaptive front lighting system
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- 20-in. alloy wheels
- Rear lower bumper accent in gray metallic finish
- Chrome Platinum grade badge
- Power panoramic view moonroof with sunshade
- Rear bumper scuff plate
- 12.3-in. touchscreen
- Digital rearview mirror
- Heated second row seats
- Illuminated front doorsill metal scuff plate
2019 Toyota Highlander LE vs. LE Plus vs. XLE
The 2019 Toyota Highlander is available in six different trim configurations. Explore the table below to discover the differences between the LE, LE Plus and XLE. For the other trims, check out our SE, Limited and Limited Platinum trim review.
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Trim Level and Pricing |
Key Features |
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LE Starting MSRP: $31,330 |
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LE Plus Starting MSRP: $36,260 |
LE features, plus:
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XLE Starting MSRP: $39,220 |
LE Plus features, plus:
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Engine Specs
Depending on which model you select, the 2019 Toyota Highlander comes with two available engine options. If you plan to do a lot of towing, we highly recommend going with the 3.5L V6 engine, as it has a highest Highlander towing capacity. View the table below for engine and performance details, as well as trim availability.
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Engine |
2.7L I4 |
3.5L V6 |
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Horsepower |
185 HP |
295 HP |
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Torque |
184 lb.-ft. |
263 lb.-ft. |
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Towing Capacity |
1,500 lbs. |
5,000 lbs. |
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Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy) |
20/24 |
20/26 |
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Trim Availability |
LE/LE Plus |
LE/LE Plus/XLE/SE/Limited/Limited Platinum |
