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The 2026 Toyota 4Runner and 2026 Toyota Highlander are within an inch″ of each other in length. 2026 Toyota 4Runner makes more power (278 hp vs 265). 2026 Toyota Highlander is more efficient (24 mpg combined). 2026 Toyota Highlander starts $2,840 lower. Compare them below in true-to-scale 3D, then dig into the full spec sheet.

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Toyota 4RunnerToyota Highlander
Starting price$43,500$40,660
Horsepower278 hp265 hp
Torque317 lb-ft310 lb-ft
0–60 mph7.5s7.2s
MPG (combined)21 mpg24 mpg
DrivetrainAWDAWD
Length194.9″16′ 3″194.9″16′ 3″
Width77.9″6′ 6″75.8″6′ 4″
Height72″6′ 0″68.1″5′ 8″
Curb weight4,600 lb4,465 lb
Seats58

Which should you buy?

Choose the Toyota 4Runner if you want…

  • More power (278 hp)

Choose the Toyota Highlander if you want…

  • Lower starting price ($40,660)
  • Better MPG (24 combined)
  • Quicker 0–60 (7.2s)
  • Seats more (8)
  • Lighter (4,465 lb)