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Toyota Highlander vs. Dodge Durango

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Highlander and Dodge Durango contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Highlander and the Dodge Durango.

When we compare the Toyota Highlander's and the Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Highlander's and the Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Durango is a better car than the Toyota Highlander.

Pricing: A used 2025 Toyota Highlander ranges from $42,944 to $56,895 while a used 2025 Dodge Durango is priced between $35,490 to $63,678. For a new model, the Toyota Highlander's price is between $44,569 and $56,389, with the Dodge Durango priced between $38,960 and $63,950.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Highlander loses 41.8 percent of its value and the Dodge Durango loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Durango.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.5 out of 10 while the Dodge Durango's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander being ranked 1 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Dodge Durango being ranked 17 out of 31. Out of 33 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Toyota Highlander is ranked 3 and the Dodge Durango is ranked 16. The Toyota Highlander is also ranked 5 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Dodge Durango is ranked 33 out of 66.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.1 out of 10. For the Dodge Durango the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Durango.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Highlander’s base engine makes 265 horsepower, and the Dodge Durango base engine makes 295 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Highlander has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Durango, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
Toyota Highlander
Dodge Durango

2025 Toyota Highlander
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

44569 - 56389

Starting MSRP:

40320

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

38382

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43000

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

38960 - 63950

Starting MSRP:

38495

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

38382

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43000

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

49825

Price Range:

42944 - 56895

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

45804

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

36966 - 59949

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

47324

Price Range:

35490 - 63678

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

45804

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

36966 - 59949

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

17002

Depreciation %:

0.4216697

Resale Value $:

23318

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.48432299

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.30530799 - 0.56163117

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

Depreciation %:

Resale Value $:

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.48432299

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.30530799 - 0.56163117

Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

13.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.7 - 16.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.387

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Durango

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.7 - 16.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.234



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.499754929635315

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.5 - 39.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.6958450325951069

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.5 - 39.2

Toyota Highlander Rankings

Best Midsize SUVs

1 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 33

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 33

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

3 / 31

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

4 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

4 / 29

Best Crossover SUVs

5 / 66

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Best Family Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

5 / 26

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

6 / 66

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 33

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

7 / 66

Best Family Crossover SUVs

7 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

9 / 31

Safest Midsize SUVs

9 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

13 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 31

Safest Crossover SUVs

17 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

18 / 33

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

18 / 31

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 29

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

19 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

21 / 54

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

21 / 31

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

24 / 33

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 33

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

25 / 26

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

26 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

26 / 33

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 31

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

28 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

29 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

29 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

29 / 31

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

30 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

31 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

34 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

44 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

54 / 54

Dodge Durango Rankings

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

1 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 66

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

1 / 33

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

2 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

5 / 10

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

5 / 10

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

7 / 33

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

7 / 16

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

7 / 15

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 29

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

8 / 16

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

8 / 15

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

9 / 29

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

10 / 66

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

10 / 33

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

10 / 26

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

11 / 26

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 31

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

12 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

14 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs

17 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

18 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 31

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

22 / 66

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

22 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

22 / 31

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

23 / 33

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

23 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

26 / 33

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

27 / 66

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

27 / 33

Safest Midsize SUVs

27 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

28 / 54

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

30 / 33

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

30 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs

33 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

33 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

34 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

41 / 54

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

43 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

54 / 66

Safest Crossover SUVs

57 / 66

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

61 / 66

Summary Review

The Toyota Highlander is among the best-selling, top-rated SUVs in the 3-row segment.

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Summary Review

Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.

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Pros and Cons

  • Class-leading fuel economy
  • No disappointing base engine
  • Legendary reliability

  • Third-row space a bit cramped

Pros and Cons

  • Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
  • Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
  • Three V8 engine choices

  • No green (hybrid/electric) option available
  • Aging platform

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

LE, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XSE

Dodge Durango Trim Levels

GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, R/T, R/T 20th Anniversary Plus, R/T 20th Anniversary Premium, R/T Plus, R/T Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey, SRT Hellcat Hammerhead, SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

265 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

310 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm

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

0.064 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

295 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.061 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

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


18 / 25 / 20

Range (city/hwy):

443 / 615 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.7 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

84.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

157.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Cargo Space:

17.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

85.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

158.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4155 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4875 lbs

Width:

85.5 inches

Height:

72.1 inches

Length:

200.8 inches

Wheelbase:

119.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P265/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Green

Cypress

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Diamond Black Clear Coat

Blue

Frostbite Pearl Coat / Night Moves

Gray

Destroyer Grey Clear Coat / Triple Nickel / Vapor Grey

Green

Not available

Red

Octane Red Pearl Coat / Red Oxide

Silver

Not available

White

White Knuckle Clear Coat

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Graphite

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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