2018 Toyota Highlander XLE

Engine & Performance

Engine: 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) with D-4S Direct Injection, generating approximately 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque

Transmission & Drivetrain: 8-speed automatic transmission with Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

Performance: 0-60 mph in approximately 7.0 to 7.3 seconds, top speed of 115 mph (electronically limited), EPA fuel economy around 20 mpg city / 26 mpg highway (FWD), curb weight of approximately 4,200 to 4,500 lbs.

Exterior

Dark metallic blue (Midnight Black Metallic or Celestial Silver depending on light reflection, but appears dark navy or black), mid-size crossover SUV body style, multi-spoke alloy wheels, roof rails, integrated rear spoiler, and chrome window trim.

Interior Features

Leather-trimmed seating for up to eight passengers, power moonroof, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Entune Audio Plus, navigation, multi-zone automatic climate control, and smart key system with push-button start.

Condition Assessment

Good condition based on the clear paint reflection, intact glass, clean body lines, and well-maintained stock alloy wheels visible in the image.

Condition Issues: No obvious major structural or cosmetic damage is visible in the provided image. Standard minor wear such as light swirl marks or small bumper scuffs common to daily-driven family SUVs may be present.

Estimated Mileage: 60,000 to 90,000 miles, typical for a well-maintained family SUV of this model year.

Historical Significance

The third-generation Highlander facelift (introduced for 2017) solidified Toyota's dominance in the highly competitive family crossover segment by adding standard advanced safety features (Toyota Safety Sense) and a powerful new V6 mated to an 8-speed automatic.

Notable Features

Driver Easy Speak intercom system (allows driver to speak to rear-seat passengers through the audio speakers), flip-up rear hatch window for easy cargo loading, and the comprehensive Toyota Safety Sense P (TSSP) suite as standard equipment.

Production Numbers

Tens of thousands of units produced annually for the North American market alone, with total global production of the third-generation Highlander scaling well into the hundreds of thousands.

Maintenance Recommendations

Regular synthetic oil changes every 10,000 miles, transmission fluid checks/service around 60,000-100,000 miles, routine brake pad and rotor inspections, and keeping up with Toyota's safety recall campaigns if applicable.

Fun Facts

The Highlander name was chosen to evoke a sense of ruggedness and outdoor capability, though it is built on a car-based unibody platform shared with the Camry. The 2018 model year refresh gave this generation a much more aggressive front grille, earning it the nickname 'The Predator' among enthusiasts due to its gaping lower fascia resemblance. It consistently ranks as one of the vehicles with the highest percentage of owners keeping them past 150,000 miles.

Identified on: 9/1/2026