When it comes to performance and reliability, the Toyota brand offers a wide variety of SUV that fit the bill. As their flagship model, the Toyota Highlander is often associated with both, as its six-cylinder engines over the years have been powering families in the Glendale, CA area for years.

The 2021 Toyota Highlander offers a similar experience to its previous models, offering up the latest features from Toyota in a family-friendly package. But how does the model compare to other three-row SUV stalwarts, such as the Buick Enclave? Bob Smith Toyota compares the two models side-by-side.

2021 Toyota Highlander	VS	2021 Buick Enclave
3.5-liter Six-Cylinder	Engine Option	3.6-liter Six-Cylinder
295	Horsepower	310
263 ft-lbs	Engine Torque	310 ft-lbs
21 City / 29 Highway MPG	Estimated Fuel Economy	18 City / 26 Highway MPG
Available	All-Wheel Drive?	Available
$35,085	Base MSRP	$40,300

When comparing both the 2021 Toyota Highlander and the 2021 Buick Enclave, there is a slight difference in several factors. While the 2021 Buick Enclave offers a larger engine, its base price starts at over an estimated $5,000 more. Meanwhile, the 2021 Toyota Highlander still provides strong engine specifications with its 3.5-liter six-cylinder. As a bonus, it even outperforms the competition with an estimated 24 Combined MPG rate. Both models can be equipped with all-wheel drive, though the 2021 Highlander offers seating for up to eight compared to the Buick Enclave model’s seven.

2022 Toyota Highlander LE

$39,332

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2022 Toyota Highlander XLE

$44,379

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Purchase or Lease a 2021 Toyota Highlander near Glenda, CA

Beyond powertrain differences, the 2021 Toyota Highlander boasts a wide assortment of safety features for everyone. Every model is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ to enhance safety for all. Such features in the package include the Pre-Collision System with Low-Light Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, as well as Lane Departure technologies. The model will also boast a wide feature list from other standard and available technology, which includes:

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Front and Rear Parking Assist
Road Sign Assist
Eight Total Airbags
Downhill Assist Control
Star Safety System™ as Standard
And More

When looking for an ideal vehicle for you and your family, be sure to check out the 2021 Toyota Highlander. Available now in the Glendale, CA area, the three-row SUV is a great choice for large or emerging families alike. Stop into Bob Smith Toyota to check one out today.