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Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. Toyota Highlander

When comparing the Toyota FJ Cruiser's and the Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the Toyota FJ Cruiser has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Toyota FJ Cruiser's and the Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander is a better car than the Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. Toyota Highlander Pricing

A used 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser ranges from $23,205 to $43,993 while a used 2014 Toyota Highlander is priced between $14,991 to $25,995.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Toyota FJ Cruiser’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander base engine makes 185 horsepower. The FJ Cruiser is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 380 miles. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the Toyota Highlander the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota FJ Cruiser. Both models use gasoline.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Toyota Highlander has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$23,205 - $43,993

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$14,991 - $25,995

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

38.1%

Toyota FJ Cruiser Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota FJ Cruiser Rankings

Not yet available

Toyota Highlander Rankings

Safest Midsize SUVs

1 / 30

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 30

7-Seater SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 21

Best 7-Seater SUVs

1 / 21

Best Japanese Midsize SUVs

1 / 10

Best Japanese 7-Seater SUVs

1 / 7

Best Crossover SUVs

2 / 66

Safest Crossover SUVs

2 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 30

Best Japanese Crossover SUVs

2 / 27

8-seater SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 16

Best 8-seater SUVs

2 / 16

Best Japanese SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 11

Best Japanese 8-seater SUVs

2 / 7

Best Midsize SUVs

3 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

3 / 30

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 30

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

4 / 16

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

5 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

5 / 30

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

5 / 30

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 30

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

5 / 30

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

7 / 66

Best 7-Seater SUVs for Tall People

7 / 21

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

7 / 16

Most Affordable 8-seater SUVs

7 / 15

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

8 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

8 / 30

Best 8-seater SUVs for Tall People

8 / 16

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 66

Best 7-Seater SUVs for Towing

9 / 21

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

10 / 30

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

10 / 30

Most Comfortable 7-Seater SUVs

10 / 21

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

11 / 30

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 30

Most Comfortable 8-seater SUVs

11 / 16

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

12 / 66

7-Seater SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 21

Best 8-seater SUVs for Towing

12 / 16

Most Affordable 7-Seater SUVs

13 / 18

8-seater SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

13 / 16

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 30

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 26

Best Off-road 7-Seater SUVs

14 / 21

Best Off-road 8-seater SUVs

14 / 16

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

15 / 30

8-seater SUVs with the Most Horsepower

15 / 16

7-Seater SUVs with the Most Horsepower

16 / 21

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 30

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

18 / 30

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

19 / 26

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 30

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

22 / 28

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

24 / 30

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

25 / 30

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

26 / 66

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

29 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

36 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

57 / 62

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Toyota FJ Cruiser Trim Levels

Base

Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

LE, LE Plus, Limited, Limited Platinum, XLE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years / 25000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years / 25000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

260 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

271 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

5000 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

184 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.045 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

1500 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


16 / 20 / 18

Range (city/hwy):

304 / 380 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.7 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

384 / 480 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple Car Play:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Keyless Ignition:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple Car Play:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Equipment

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Equipment

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.4 inches

Rear Head Room:

40.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.9 inches

Cargo Space:

27.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

66.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

59.6 inches

Cargo Space:

13.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

78.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

158.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4079 lbs

Width:

75 inches

Height:

71.3 inches

Length:

183.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4134 lbs

Width:

75.8 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

191.1 inches

Wheelbase:

109.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P265/70R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P245/60R18

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