2012 Toyota Highlander Reviews, Pricing & Specs








































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2012 Toyota Highlander are quite pleased with their vehicles, praising features like the smooth ride, spacious interior, and various options like heated seats and sunroof. However, some highlighted a lack of trunk space when using the third row regularly and found the price to be on the higher side for a 2012 model. Reviews indicate that the power and handling, especially in snowy conditions, are also appreciated."
This car's features are very good and have great value the only missing is it has only one key.
April 26, 2026We have owned for nearly one month in Anchorage Alaska and have replaced the stock tires with Bridgestone Blizzak tires. Traction and handling on ice and snow for the 4wd is amazing. I can't speak to the stock tires as they were only on the vehicle for 1 day. Interior noise is very low with the engine barely audible even at high rpm. We only make short trips from the house and it is all in town driving. Our MPG is 17 with nearly 500 miles on the vehicle. I understand that improves as the you surpass 1500 miles on the odometer. Expecting 19 city and 25-26 highway. Fit and finish is OK and could be improved. We have the limited with leather. Quality of the leather is great and heated seats are very nice on the cold mornings. Previous SUV was a BMW X5 where fit and finish was very good. Acceleration and passing ability are excellent, surpassing the BMW x5 (3.0) by a wide margin. Power is there when you want it instantly! Contrary to many of the reviews, this car IS fun to drive and comfortable too. Just a notch below the BMW x5 and much more useful. Comfort of the seats is good with excellent ride on all surfaces. Speed bumps can be taken at 20 mph without exciting the suspension. Anti- lock brakes and VSC (Stability control) work very well and add considerable safety and confidence for those slick icy days. Overall we love the vehicle and it is typical Toyota quality and refinement. The Highlander is sourced and built in America by Americans with a majority of the parts being made here. Engines however, are shipped from Japan.
November 9, 2011Perfect! Great family car, kids love the sunroof! Third row is awesome to have.
September 2, 2022What owners say
This car's features are very good and have great value the only missing is it has only one key.
April 26, 2026We have owned for nearly one month in Anchorage Alaska and have replaced the stock tires with Bridgestone Blizzak tires. Traction and handling on ice and snow for the 4wd is amazing. I can't speak to the stock tires as they were only on the vehicle for 1 day. Interior noise is very low with the engine barely audible even at high rpm. We only make short trips from the house and it is all in town driving. Our MPG is 17 with nearly 500 miles on the vehicle. I understand that improves as the you surpass 1500 miles on the odometer. Expecting 19 city and 25-26 highway. Fit and finish is OK and could be improved. We have the limited with leather. Quality of the leather is great and heated seats are very nice on the cold mornings. Previous SUV was a BMW X5 where fit and finish was very good. Acceleration and passing ability are excellent, surpassing the BMW x5 (3.0) by a wide margin. Power is there when you want it instantly! Contrary to many of the reviews, this car IS fun to drive and comfortable too. Just a notch below the BMW x5 and much more useful. Comfort of the seats is good with excellent ride on all surfaces. Speed bumps can be taken at 20 mph without exciting the suspension. Anti- lock brakes and VSC (Stability control) work very well and add considerable safety and confidence for those slick icy days. Overall we love the vehicle and it is typical Toyota quality and refinement. The Highlander is sourced and built in America by Americans with a majority of the parts being made here. Engines however, are shipped from Japan.
November 9, 2011Perfect! Great family car, kids love the sunroof! Third row is awesome to have.
September 2, 2022Everything about this car is awesome BUT it you are planning on using the 3rd row in the. back regularly the trunk space is almost nonexistent
May 21, 2020Good car with all features but the price is higher for 2012 model.
February 20, 2023This is my third Highlander. They are fantastic all around cars, including four getting the kids around, moving around Geer, doing home improvement, whatever you need to get done.
May 8, 2022The vehicle has a clean title along with all mechanical items working correctly new tires and in beautiful condition
April 2, 2022The only feature missing is DVD entertainment for the back seat.
November 16, 2020We bought the Highlander to use as a roomy alternative to a sedan. There is loads of room and height inside for our little one to comfortably get in and out. the looks of the 2012 are more like an SUV, and that is what was so attractive about it. Flatter front end. bug out headlights.
December 20, 2012this vehicle was a 2 wheel drive vehicle so wasted my time even considering it. Wish it was clearly mentioned up front!
February 6, 2024Trims & specs
Base MSRP $37,195 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $30,845 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $29,395 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $35,450 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $35,745 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $28,240 | Seating 7 |
Engine 2.7L 187 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $32,845 | Seating 7 |
Engine 2.7L 187 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $34,000 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.5L 270 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 10.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain FWD |
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$28,240 - $37,195
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