This 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE represents a practical three-row SUV designed for families who require both capability and comfort in their daily transportation needs.
- Local trade-in with CARFAX 1-owner history
- Third-row seating for expanded passenger capacity
- 3.5L V6 engine with 8-speed automatic transmission
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Heated front bucket seats with power adjustments
- Power moonroof for natural light and ventilation
- 18-inch machined alloy wheels
- Rear parking camera for improved visibility
- Automatic temperature control with front dual zone and rear air conditioning
- SiriusXM satellite radio with audio system
- Safety Connect emergency communication system
- Electronic stability control with traction control
- Four-wheel independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes
- Roof rack rails for cargo versatility
- HomeLink garage door transmitter integration
The XLE trim establishes itself as a well-equipped choice in the Highlander lineup. With seating for up to eight passengers across three rows, this vehicle accommodates larger families or groups with considerable flexibility. The third-row seating features a split-bench design with reclining capability, and the split-folding rear seat allows for various cargo configurations when rear passengers aren't needed.
Power features throughout the cabin reflect the convenience expected from this class of vehicle. The driver and passenger seats offer individual power adjustments, with heated function for added comfort in cold weather. A power liftgate simplifies loading and unloading, while the power moonroof provides an open-air option. Remote keyless entry and telescoping steering wheel add to the user-friendly design.
The 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission delivers balanced performance and fuel economy, achieving 21 miles per gallon in city driving and 29 on the highway. Front-wheel drive provides reliable traction for everyday driving conditions. This powertrain has proven reliable across countless Highlander owners over multiple model years.
Safety equipment is comprehensive for a 2021 model year vehicle. Dual front impact airbags work alongside front side impact airbags and overhead airbags to protect occupants. Electronic stability control, traction control, and ABS brakes provide active safety management, while the four-wheel independent suspension contributes to vehicle stability. A rear parking camera and auto high-beam headlights support accident prevention through better visibility and awareness.
The interior appointments reflect thoughtful design for family use. SofTex seat trim resists staining and cleans easily, practical for households with children. Automatic temperature control maintains individual comfort preferences, with rear air conditioning ensuring passenger comfort throughout the vehicle. The radio system includes six speakers with SiriusXM satellite service and full smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
This 2021 Highlander XLE combines practical three-row design with genuine SUV capability, offering reliable transportation for families who value both space and modern convenience features. Visit our showroom to evaluate this vehicle firsthand.
Pre-Owned 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE Front-Wheel Drive
- Pre-Owned
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: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 3.5L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 21mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 24mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 29mpg
- 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: 1,903kg (4,195lbs)
- 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: 2,644kg (5,830lbs)
- 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: 742kg (1,635lbs)
- 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
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- Title information
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- Service history
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- Recall information (if applicable)
- Warranty status
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- 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" !!! - 5.0
Awesome car! Longest lasting, lowest maintenance
by Kimber on 6/20/2025 1:28:57 PM
After much research and test drives, I landed at wanting a highlander with a v6 engine. The 4 cyl with turbo had a lag when trying to change lanes or make a turn, which is unsafe and very frustrating. I would guess it could only have gotten worse with time like my Jeep did. The v6 is powerful, responsive, and the inside is wonderful with space and versatility for hauling and driving many kids. At first I wanted the bench seat, but the buckets won in the end for long drives and comfort for kids being too old to lay down or be in a carrier. The cars last forever I’ve heard. The light gray interior doesn’t burn my legs like a black interior. I avoid dark cars due to the heat. Very happy with that. Also, the seats with little holes in the fabric (on leather and premium models for ac seats) really sticks. Dirt food grime gets in that fabric and you can’t even get it out. If I can’t, who can, I’m a trained fabric Re-weaver. Unless you will never eat, have dirt, or pets, or kids in the car, I’d say avoid that fabric. V6 can tow too. I wouldn’t tow with the 4cyl. People reported it felt lagging and felt like it was damaging the engine. As a mechanic type person I just don’t trust the turbo. My Camry v6 w turbo 2013 was great. But a bigger car with a tiny engine and turbo? It totally lagged.
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