2022 Toyota Highlander
Pros: Easy driving and a quiet interior cement the Highlander’s status as one of the best used three-row SUVs on the market. There’s a fuel-sipping hybrid model available, and cargo room in any variant is ample. The 2021 and later models come with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ suite of driver assist and active safety features. Top Highlander trims approach luxury in feature content and cabin materials.
Cons: A bouncy ride, peaky power delivery, and not enough torque make for a dull time behind the wheel of the Toyota Highlander. Like others in the class, space in the third row is only enough for smaller humans.
2021–2022 Toyota Highlander Specifications
- Approximate Price: From $23,500
- Safety Ratings: IIHS Top Safety Pick+, NHTSA five stars overall
- Fuel Economy: 20/28 mpg city/highway
- Driving Range: 412 miles
- 0–60 MPH Acceleration: 7.4 seconds
Best Used 3-Row SUVs
- 2022–2023 Ford Explorer
- 2022 Honda Pilot
- 2022–2023 Hyundai Palisade
- 2022–2023 Kia Telluride
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator
- 2022–2023 Subaru Ascent
- 2021–2022 Toyota Highlander
Best Used 3-Row SUVs From 2024
Turns out having kids is expensive, and many three-row SUVs will set you back about $40,000. We know parents are stretched for cash and that kind of spend is unrealistic for a lot of folks. That will have a lot of buyers looking toward the used market, but to be smart with your purchase, you want a vehicle that’s affordable to own long-term (not just cheap to buy), reliable so you’re not constantly in and out of the shop, and supremely safe for you and the family. Some buyers want a used luxury option, too.
That’s a lot to keep track of, which is why you go to an expert. We have our own team to evaluate long-term cost of ownership and defer to the best for safety and reliability ratings so we can compile a list of the best used three-row SUVs, and you can make a buying decision you feel good about. Let’s dive in.
Looking for something more efficient? Check out our lists of the best used hybrid cars and used hybrid SUVs.
About MotorTrend’s methodology: We consider many of the same factors in our new car rankings system, starting with value. The experts at IntelliChoiceconduct extensive research to assess long-term value on 3- to 5-year-old vehicles, which means our picks start with the 2020 model year. IntelliChoice considers resale value and the cost of insurance, maintenance, fuel, and more. We prioritize models receiving a Good or Excellent IntelliChoice used car value rating. All of these vehicles also earn an Average or above quality and reliability rating from J.D. Powerand an IIHS Top Safety Pickaward, plus they need to have some used car inventory with under 80,000 miles (the upper limit on many automaker CPO programs).
