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2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 2022 Toyota 4Runner: What’s the Difference?

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 2022 Toyota 4Runner

 

Do you find yourself trying to compare Toyota SUVs during your search for your next vehicle? What’s the difference between the 2022 Toyota Highlander and 4Runner? Which is the better deal, the 2022 Toyota Highlander or 4Runner? Either automobile would make a fine addition to any Belton driveway. To help you choose, we’ve put together the detailed comparison below, matching up the 2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner. Seating capacity, cost, and engine performance are all compared.

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner – Cost

Which is the better deal, the 2022 Toyota Highlander or 4Runner? We think both cars are bargains for what they have to offer, but one difference between the 2022 Toyota Highlander and 4Runner is the price. The MSRP for the Toyota Highlander comes in a little lower than the Toyota 4Runner. This is to be expected since the Toyota 4Runner is the bigger vehicle with a more powerful engine. Another way the Toyota Highlander comes out a little less expensive is its slightly better gas mileage. Of course, you should check out our new vehicle specials for the best deals.

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner– Starting MSRP

  • 2022 Toyota Highlander – $35,855
  • 2022 Toyota 4Runner- $38,105

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner– Combined EPA-Estimated Gas Mileage

  • 2022 Toyota Highlander – 21 mpg city/29 mpg highway
  • 2022 Toyota 4Runner – 16 mpg city/19 mpg highway

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner – Power and Performance

Another difference between the 2022 Toyota Highlander and 4Runner is engine size. Either SUV offers more than enough engine power to enable you to take our Killeen roads with ease. The Toyota 4Runner comes standard with a 3.5L V6 Double Overhead Cam, while the Toyota Highlander has a 4.0-Liter DOHC 24-Valve V6, making the 4Runner just a little more powerful. Here are the specs:

2022 Toyota Highlander – Performance Specs

  • Engine – 3.5L V6 Double Overhead Cam
  • Torque – 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm

2022 Toyota 4Runner – Performance Specs

  • Engine – 4.0L DOHC 24-Valve V6
  • Torque – 278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner – Seating Capacity and Cargo Space

We can’t compare Toyota SUVs without talking about seating capacity. There’s plenty of room for both your passengers and cargo in either the Toyota 4Runner or Toyota Highlander. The Toyota 4Runner offers a little more, with seating for 8, compared to 7 by the Highlander. Here are the dimensions:

2022 Toyota Highlander vs. 4Runner– Seating Capacity / Maximum Cargo Space

  • 2022 Toyota Highlander – 8 Passengers / 84.3 cubic feet
  • 2022 Toyota 4Runner – 7 Passengers / 88.8 cubic feet 

Check Out the Toyota Highlander and 4Runner at Don Ringler Toyota of Temple

So, which are you leaning towards, the 2022 Toyota Highlander or 4Runner? Why not compare Toyota SUVs in our showroom? If you’d like to learn more, check out our posts on the Highlander towing capacity and the 4Runner towing capacity. We’re just down the road from Waco. Contact us today to find out how easy buying a new SUV can be.

 

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