Engine: 3.3-liter DOHC 24-valve V6

Engine Options: 160-hp 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4; 230-hp, 3.3-liter DOHC 24-valve V6

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: dual front multi-stage airbags, front seatbelts w/pre-tensioners and force limiters, ABS, EBD, brake assist, traction control, VSC skid control, tire pressure monitor, LATCH child-seat anchors

Optional Safety Equipment: side-impact and side-curtain airbags

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Kyushu, Japan

Model Tested: Toyota Highlander 4x4 V6 ($27,390)

Standard Equipment: air conditioner w/clean air filter; cloth interior; multi-adjust front captain chairs w driver height adjust; 60/40 split 2nd row seat w/fold-flat, slide, recline and right-hand walk-in function; fold-flat, recline 3rd row seat w/rear heating system & 2 cup holders; height-adjust headrests for all seats; power windows and door locks; cruise control/remote keyless entry; tonneau cover; tilt steering wheel; auto-off headlamps; digital clock; center console w/2 adjustable cup holders; 2nd-row center armrest w/2 adj cup holders; 2 aux power outlets; silver interior trim; low tire pressure warning system; color keyed bumpers & body side moldings; power outside mirrors; front & rear intermittent wipers; flex mast antenna; rear privacy glass

Options as Tested: driver and front passenger side-impact and side-curtain airbags ($680); JBL Premium AM/FM/Cassette/6 CD in dash changer with 8 speakers in six locations ($595); Tow Prep Package ($160); Fog lamps ($110); daytime running lights ($40); 8-way power driver/4-way manual pass Seat ($410); Color-keyed Rear Spoiler ($200); Urethane steering Wheel with Audio conrols ($50); Appearance Package ($600); Tow Hitch w/ball Mount ($420); Preferred Accessory Package ($345)

Destination Charge: 540

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 230 @ 5800

Torque: 242 @ 4400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 18/24

Wheelbase: 106.9 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 184.6/71.9/68.3 inches

Track Front/Rear: 60.2/61.2 inches

Turning Cycle: 37.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 7 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.0/55.1/40.7 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 39.8/54.9/36.4 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 32.3/39.8/30.2 inches

Trunk Volume: 80.6 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent MacPherson strut with L-shaped lower arm and anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 7.3 inches

Curb Weight: 3935 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P225/65R17

Brakes: ventilated disc/disc with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist

Fuel Capacity: 19.1 Gallons