2006 Toyota Highlander STD

The 2006 Highlander is Toyota's mid-size SUV, a family hauler that seats up to seven with the optional third row. It drives smoothly and quietly, with a ride that soaks up bumps well, though the steering feels a bit heavy and the turning radius is wide. Inside, there's generous room for passengers and cargo, and the middle row folds flat to open up even more space. Owners report strong reliability, with many going years without major issues, though some mention minor paint chipping and finicky sunroofs. This is the base Highlander, sitting below the Sport and Limited trims, and it gives you the same smooth 3.3L V6 and five-speed automatic without the extra styling or luxury bits. The 3.3L V6 makes 215 horsepower and pairs with a five-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, which feels responsive around town and returns 19 mpg combined. You can add a third-row seat to this trim, turning it into a seven-passenger SUV that still leaves room for 81.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats.