2016 Toyota Highlander in Minnesota

Minnesota requires minimum liability coverage of 30/60/10 for all registered vehicles, including the 2016 Toyota Highlander.

As an older model year, the 2016 Toyota Highlander generally has lower insurance premiums in Minnesota. You may want to evaluate whether comprehensive and collision coverage is cost-effective given the vehicle's current market value.

Minnesota's lemon law primarily covers new vehicle purchases. If you purchased your 2016 Toyota Highlander new and experienced persistent defects early on, you may have had lemon law protections. For used 2016 Highlander purchases, check Minnesota's used car consumer protection laws and implied warranty rules. Minnesota's Lemon Law covers new vehicles within the warranty period or 2 years, whichever comes first. After four repair attempts or 30 business days out of service, the consumer may seek a refund or replacement.

Minnesota offers incentives for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. If you're considering a 2016 electric or hybrid Toyota Highlander, you may qualify for state-level tax credits, rebates, or HOV lane access in addition to the federal EV tax credit of up to $7,500. Minnesota offers rebates of up to $2,500 for battery electric vehicle purchases through its Clean Cars Minnesota initiative. Utility incentives for home charging are also available.

All Toyota Highlander vehicles driven in Minnesota must be registered with the state DMV. Minnesota charges a $35 base registration fee plus a registration tax based on the vehicle's value (1.285% of base value, which decreases with age). Title fee is $8.25.

Emissions Testing: Minnesota requires emissions testing. Minnesota requires emissions testing in the seven-county Twin Cities metro area for most vehicles. Testing is performed at state-contracted stations. Newer vehicles and electric vehicles are exempt. Your 2016 Toyota Highlander must pass emissions before registration can be renewed.