Where there's room on price
30
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 42 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2016 Toyota Highlander Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$18,872
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$8,499$30,590
- Typical market range
- $15,996–$21,989
- Typical asking price
- $18,872
- Original MSRP range
- $32,015–$44,990
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
42
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Toyota Highlander.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,454–$30,734
Estimated dealer invoice — about $32,015 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LE | $16,645 | $32,015 | $29,454–$30,734 |
| LE Plus | $17,189 | $35,855 | $32,987–$34,421 |
| XLE | $18,711 | $38,775 | $35,673–$37,224 |
| Limited | $19,885 | $42,375 | $38,985–$40,680 |
| Limited Platinum | $20,144 | $44,990 | $41,391–$43,190 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$14,377$30,818$47,258
Typical askingLE
$16,645
LE: typical asking price $16,645, original MSRP $32,015, estimated dealer cost $29,454 to $30,734.
LE Plus
$17,189
LE Plus: typical asking price $17,189, original MSRP $35,855, estimated dealer cost $32,987 to $34,421.
XLE
$18,711
XLE: typical asking price $18,711, original MSRP $38,775, estimated dealer cost $35,673 to $37,224.
Limited
$19,885
Limited: typical asking price $19,885, original MSRP $42,375, estimated dealer cost $38,985 to $40,680.
Limited Platinum
$20,144
Limited Platinum: typical asking price $20,144, original MSRP $44,990, estimated dealer cost $41,391 to $43,190.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Toyota Highlander runs about $19,183 in MT to $21,149 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,368 | $110+ | $20,350 |
| TX | $1,180 | $332 | $20,384 |
| FL | $1,132 | $1,074+ | $21,078 |
| NY | $755 | $371 | $19,998 |
| PA | $1,132 | $587 | $20,591 |
| IL | $1,180 | $683 | $20,735 |
| OH | $1,085 | $444 | $20,401 |
| GA | $1,321 | $637 | $20,830 |
| NC | $566 | $793 | $20,231 |
| WA | $1,227 | $215+ | $20,314 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $19,397 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Toyota Highlander.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).
Remedy: Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.
Campaign 18E107000 · 27/11/2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Highlander vehicles manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 16, 2016. The brake fluid level sensor may not be connected to the wire harness, preventing the sensor from detecting the brake fluid level. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, connect the wire harness to the sensor, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this G03.
Campaign 16V775000 · 24/10/2016
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 16V420000 · 09/06/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
Used 2016 Toyota Highlander listings ask about $18,872 at typical mileage, with most listings between $15,996 and $21,989. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Toyota Highlander cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $32,015, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $13,143 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,183 in MT to $21,149 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
There are about 42 days of national market supply for the 2016 Toyota Highlander — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Toyota Highlander.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Toyota Highlander fair?
Not always. 2016 Toyota Highlander listings typically ask about $18,997, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $18,872. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Toyota Highlander?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,454–$30,734 — its $32,015 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.