2024 Toyota Highlander Turbo XSE 2024 Toyota Highlander Turbo XSE The Toyota Highlander is the quintessential suburban warrior. While it lacks the off-road legend status of the 4Runner, it holds its value with similar tenacity because it is arguably the most trusted family three-row SUV on the market. Its trade-in value is bolstered by high demand for its Hybrid powertrains and the shift to the larger Grand Highlander, which has made the standard Highlander a sought-after, slightly more compact alternative. While other SUVs chase trends, the Highlander's consistency has made it an asset. If you are trading one in, you are likely finding that the dealer wants your car more than they want to sell you a new one. The Hybrid Dividend: 2020–2024 The Hybrid Highlander is currently the resale king. The Waitlist Economy: Because new Hybrids still face occasional supply chain delays, used 2023 and 2024 Hybrids are sometimes trading for within $2,000 of their original sticker price. If you have a Platinum Hybrid in "Excellent" shape, you are essentially driving a savings account on wheels. The Grand Sibling Effect The release of the larger Grand Highlander has actually helped the standard Highlander's resale. The Goldilocks Size: Many buyers find the Grand Highlander too big for their garage or urban parking. This has kept demand for the standard 2020–2024 models incredibly high. Dealers are aggressively bidding on standard Highlanders to satisfy customers who want the Toyota reliability without the bus-like footprint of the larger models. Market Tip: The Captain's Chair Audit Highlanders are typically family-owned, meaning the interior takes a beating. Condition is King: Appraisers are looking closely at the second-row Captain's Chairs (if equipped) and the sliding tracks. Stained carpets, loose trim, or malfunctioning seat-folding mechanisms can drop a car from "Excellent" to "Good" instantly. A professional carpet extraction and a deep clean of the seat tracks can easily pay for themselves by bumping your trade-in offer by $600–$900. 2024 Toyota Highlander Turbo Limited 2024 Toyota Highlander Turbo Limited 4th Generation (2020–2024) The modern, TNGA-K era. From 2023 onward, the V6 was replaced by a turbocharged 4-cylinder. Hybrids are currently pulling a $2,500–$4,000 premium. Year Trim Worse (Fair) Average (Good) Better (Excellent) 2024 L / LE $28,200 $31,100 $33,500 XLE / XSE $32,100 $35,400 $38,200 Limited / Platinum $37,800 $41,500 $44,900 Hybrid (All) $39,500 $43,200 $46,800 2023 LE / XLE $26,100 $28,900 $31,400 XSE / Platinum $31,400 $34,800 $37,900 Hybrid (All) $34,800 $38,500 $41,600 2021 LE / XLE $21,100 $23,400 $25,800 Limited / Platinum $25,800 $28,900 $31,800 Hybrid (All) $28,200 $31,500 $34,800 2020 L / LE / XLE $18,400 $20,800 $23,100 Limited / Platinum $23,100 $25,900 $28,800 2028 Toyota Highlander SE 2028 Toyota Highlander SE 2026 GMC Acadia AT4: All the Details 3rd Generation (2014–2019) The Growth era. This generation became the gold standard for midsize SUVs. 2017+ models feature standard Toyota Safety Sense. Year Trim Group Worse (Fair) Average (Good) Better (Excellent) 2019 LE / LE Plus $14,900 $17,200 $19,500 XLE / SE / Limited $18,200 $21,100 $23,800 Hybrid (XLE/Ltd) $20,400 $23,500 $26,100 2018 LE / LE Plus $13,600 $15,900 $18,200 XLE / SE / Limited $16,800 $19,400 $21,900 Hybrid (XLE/Ltd) $18,900 $21,800 $24,200 2017 LE / LE Plus $12,500 $14,800 $16,900 XLE / SE / Limited $15,400 $18,100 $20,600 Hybrid (XLE/Ltd) $17,200 $19,900 $22,400 2016 LE / LE Plus $11,200 $13,500 $15,600 XLE / Limited $14,100 $16,700 $19,100 Hybrid (Limited) $15,800 $18,400 $20,800 2015 LE / LE Plus $10,100 $12,300 $14,400 XLE / Limited $12,800 $15,200 $17,500 Hybrid (Limited) $14,500 $16,900 $19,200 2014 LE / LE Plus $8,800 $11,100 $13,200 XLE / Limited $11,500 $13,900 $16,100 Hybrid (Limited) $13,100 $15,500 $17,800 2nd Generation (2008–2013) The era of massive interior space. These are highly valued as reliable, entry-level family haulers. Year Trim Worse (Fair) Average (Good) Better (Excellent) 2013 Base / Plus / SE $6,200 $8,100 $10,100 Limited / Hybrid $8,500 $10,800 $12,900 2012 Base / SE $5,500 $7,300 $9,200 Limited / Hybrid $7,800 $9,900 $11,800 2011 Base / SE $4,800 $6,600 $8,400 Limited / Hybrid $7,100 $9,100 $10,900 2010 Base / Sport $4,100 $5,900 $7,600 Limited / Hybrid $6,400 $8,300 $10,100 2009 Base / Sport $3,500 $5,200 $6,800 Limited / Hybrid $5,800 $7,600 $9,200 2008 Base / Sport $2,900 $4,500 $6,100 Limited / Hybrid $5,100 $6,900 $8,400 1st Generation (2005–2007) The unibody pioneers. Note: 2005 was the launch year for the Hybrid. The first 7-passenger hybrid SUV. Year Trim Worse (Fair) Average (Good) Better (Excellent) 2007 Base / Sport / Limited $2,100 $3,800 $5,500 2006 Base / Hybrid $1,500 $3,200 $4,800 2005 Base / Sport / Limited $1,100 $2,600 $4,100 AutoGuide's Advice: For older Highlanders (2005–2013), the timing belt (on V6 models prior to 2008) and the water pump are the major inspection points. If you have a 2005–2007 model and can prove the timing belt was done, your trade-in value hits the "Excellent" tier. Without that proof, a dealer will likely deduct $1,200 to cover the eventual service, as they won't want to risk a mechanical failure on their lot. 2026 Kia EV9 GT: All the Details