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Kia Borrego vs Toyota Highlander

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2009 Kia Borrego

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2026 Toyota Highlander

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Overview

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
Selected trimLXXLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20092026

Pricing & market

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
MSRP$26,245 (best)$45,270
Lowest listing price—$9,287 (best)
Median listing price—$32,056 (best)
Highest listing price—$57,780 (best)
For sale now098 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
Combined MPG18 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG21 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.6 gal (best)17.9 gal

Performance

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
Horsepower276 hp (best)265 hp
Torque267 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.8 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft84.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,000 lbs5,000 lbs
Payload—1,225 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,248 lbs (best)4,376 lbs
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)8 in
Wheelbase114 in (best)112.2 in
Length192.1 in194.9 in (best)
Width75.4 in76 in (best)
Height71.3 in (best)68.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia BorregoLXToyota HighlanderXLE
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia BorregoToyota Highlander
1

LX

$26,245 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$28,295 MSRP

XLE

$47,020 MSRP

3

LX

$30,995 MSRP

XSE

$47,340 MSRP

4

EX

$27,995 MSRP

Limited

$49,725 MSRP

5

EX

$30,995 MSRP

Limited

$51,475 MSRP

6

EX

$29,995 MSRP

Platinum

$52,925 MSRP

7

EX

$32,995 MSRP

Platinum

$54,675 MSRP

8

Limited

$37,995 MSRP

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9

Limited

$39,995 MSRP

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Live inventory

Kia Borrego vs Toyota Highlander FAQ

Which is better: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Kia Borrego vs 2026 Toyota Highlander on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Kia Borrego starts lower at $26,245. Live Toyota Highlander listings start at $9,287.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,245).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on horsepower in this comparison (337).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Kia Borrego vs 2026 Toyota Highlander?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Highlander (5/5 NHTSA overall).