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2011 Toyota Highlander
SUV · 2010–2027 · Highlander, Highlander Hybrid
Which year to buy
Best bet2018Fewest serious problems: 0.7× usual
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
Avoid2020Far more serious problems than usual
Be careful2021More problems; check the recalls were done
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year. first year of a new design.
2011GOOD BUYSerious complaints 0.7× usual Extended coverage
124 serious complaints of 186, the most about steering (34) and structure (27); per car on the road, 0.7× this model's usual year. 5 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA18006: steering column separation. NHTSA investigation PE18005: upper steering column separation.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that the intermediate steering shaft was making an abnormal knocking noise while turning to the left or the right. Additionally, the driver’s side window failed to roll up or down because it was off track. There were no warning lights illuminated.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the steering, Dec 2021
“The contact owns a 2011 toyota highlander. The contact stated that the hinges on the driver side of his hatchback was bent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was informed of technical service bulletin under nhtsa item number : 10041651 (structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device). The vehicle was not repaired.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the structure, Aug 2012
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage Region Letter: Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for repairs related a leaking or seeping Engine Oil Cooler Pipe. Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for repairs related a leaking or seeping Engine Oil Cooler Pipe. (ZE2, Jul 2014)
- Extended coverage Region Email: Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Power Back Door on certain 2008 - 2013 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. (ZG4, Mar 2017)
- Extended coverage Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint Toyota has added approximately 430,700 2008 ? 2018 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles to this Customer Support Program (ZKG Dealer, Apr 2022)
- Extended coverage Customer Support Program ZKG ? (Z3G, Nov 2022)
- Extended coverage Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for repairs related to the sun visor to address the condition described above. Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for Sun Visor Assemblies on Certain 2010 to 2013 Model Year Highlander vehicles. (ZF1, Jun 2015)
- Extended coverage Customer Support Program ZKG - Paint Repair Process Operation Flow Chart (ZKG Paint, Apr 2022)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
186 owner complaints · 5 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 19–28 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2011 trims and features
Every Highlander year's verdict →
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2011
- New trim: SE
- Trim dropped: Sport
- No longer offered: Highlander Hybrid
- Engine: 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve Dual Independent VVT-i V6 → 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i (Limited)
- Curb weight: 4,321 lb → 4,464 lb (Limited)
- Climate zones: 2 → 3 (Limited)
- Engine: 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve Dual Independent VVT-i V6 → 2.7-Liter Four-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i (Base)
- Horsepower: 270 hp → 187 hp (Base)
- Torque: 248 lb-ft → 186 lb-ft (Base)
- Gears: 5 → 6 (Base)
- Max towing: 2,000 lb → 1,500 lb (Base)
- Ground clearance: 8.1 in → 7.8 in (Base)
- Curb weight: 4,178 lb → 3,946 lb (Base)
2011 Highlander trims
| Base | Limited | SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 2.7L I4 FWD: 2.7-Liter Four-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i 3.5L V6 4WD: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i 3.5L V6 FWD: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i | 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i | 2.7L I4 FWD: 2.7-Liter Four-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i 3.5L V6 4WD: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i 3.5L V6 FWD: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i |
| Horsepower | 2.7L I4 FWD: 187 hp 3.5L V6 4WD: 270 hp 3.5L V6 FWD: 270 hp | 270 hp | 2.7L I4 FWD: 187 hp 3.5L V6 4WD: 270 hp 3.5L V6 FWD: 270 hp |
| Torque | 2.7L I4 FWD: 186 lb-ft 3.5L V6 4WD: 248 lb-ft 3.5L V6 FWD: 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 2.7L I4 FWD: 186 lb-ft 3.5L V6 4WD: 248 lb-ft 3.5L V6 FWD: 248 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 2.7L I4 FWD: 6-speed ECT-i Automatic 3.5L V6 4WD: 5-speed ECT-i Automatic 3.5L V6 FWD: 5-speed ECT-i Automatic | 5-speed ECT-i Automatic | 2.7L I4 FWD: 6-speed ECT-i Automatic 3.5L V6 4WD: 5-speed ECT-i Automatic 3.5L V6 FWD: 5-speed ECT-i Automatic |
| Gears | 2.7L I4 FWD: 6 3.5L V6 4WD: 5 3.5L V6 FWD: 5 | 5 | 2.7L I4 FWD: 6 3.5L V6 4WD: 5 3.5L V6 FWD: 5 |
| Drivetrain | 2.7L I4 FWD / 3.5L V6 4WD / 3.5L V6 FWD | 4WD / FWD | 2.7L I4 FWD / 3.5L V6 4WD / 3.5L V6 FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 2.7L I4 FWD: 22 mpg 3.5L V6 4WD: 19 mpg 3.5L V6 FWD: 20 mpg | 4WD: 19 mpg FWD: 20 mpg | 2.7L I4 FWD: 22 mpg 3.5L V6 4WD: 19 mpg 3.5L V6 FWD: 20 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Max towing | 2.7L I4 FWD: 1,500 lb 3.5L V6 4WD: 2,000 lb 3.5L V6 FWD: 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb + option | 2.7L I4 FWD: 1,500 lb 3.5L V6 4WD: 2,000 lb 3.5L V6 FWD: 2,000 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 10.3 cu ft | 10.3 cu ft | 10.3 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 95.4 cu ft | 95.4 cu ft | 95.4 cu ft |
| Third-row legroom | 29.9 in | 29.9 in | 29.9 in |
| Ground clearance | 2.7L I4 FWD: 7.8 in 3.5L V6 4WD: 8.1 in 3.5L V6 FWD: 8.1 in | 8.1 in | 2.7L I4 FWD: 7.8 in 3.5L V6 4WD: 8.1 in 3.5L V6 FWD: 8.1 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 188.4 in | 188.4 in |
| Curb weight | 2.7L I4 FWD: 3,946 lb 3.5L V6 4WD: 4,266 lb 3.5L V6 FWD: 4,045 lb | 4WD: 4,464 lb FWD: 4,255 lb | 2.7L I4 FWD: 3,946 lb 3.5L V6 4WD: 4,266 lb 3.5L V6 FWD: 4,045 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Digital gauge cluster | Optional | 3.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Audio | — | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 + option | 6 + option |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Cloth + option | Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | — | 3 | — |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | — | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 17 in | 19 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (53)
| Base | Limited | SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four-Cylinder Towing Prep Package | Optional | — | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package | Optional | — | — |
| Tech Package | Optional | — | — |
| V6 Towing Prep Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ball Mount Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Body Side Moldings | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge Guards | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust Tip | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Hood Protector | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mudguards | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Film | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rack Cross Bars | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Running Boards | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Towing Hitch Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Towing Wire Harness | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Ball | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| TRD Air Filter | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| TRD Oil Cap | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| TRD Oil Filter | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Cargo Mat | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ashtray Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Mirror | Optional | — | — |
| BLU Logic Hands-Free System | Optional | — | — |
| Cargo Mat | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo-Net Envelope | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net — Spider | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Organizer | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tote | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Mats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Emergency Assistance Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear-Seat DVD Entertainment System with 9-Inch Display | — | Optional | — |
| Remote Engine Starter | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tonneau Cover | Optional | — | — |
| Wireless Headphones | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Voice-Activated Touch-Screen DVD Navigation System with JBL Audio | — | Optional | Optional |
| Interface Kit for iPod | Optional | — | — |
| JBL AM/FM 6-Disc CD Changer Audio System | — | Optional | — |
| XM Radio Capability | Optional | — | — |
| Vehicle Intrusion Protection RS3200 Plus Security System with Glass Breakage Sensor | Optional | — | — |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blizzard Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Classic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cypress Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetic Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nautical Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sandy Beach Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Shoreline Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sizzling Crimson Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ash | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | — | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp | AWD | 24–35 mpg | 5 of 5 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2025 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–35 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 10 | Vehicle speed control (3) | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 7 | 42 | Unknown or other (13) | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp | AWD, FWD | 24–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 9 | 191 | Unknown or other (40) | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 295 hp | AWD, FWD | 23–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 265 | Power train (54) | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 186 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 295 hp | AWD, FWD | 23–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 538 | Power train (222) | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 295 hp | AWD, FWD | 23–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 326 | Power train (125) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 256–295 hp 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, 256–295 hp | AWD, FWD | 22–29 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 495 | Power train (201) | No |
| 2018 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 256–295 hp 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, 256–295 hp | AWD, FWD | 22–29 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 272 | Power train (67) | No |
| 2017 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 256–295 hp 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, 256–295 hp | AWD, FWD | 22–29 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 270 | Power train (73) | No |
| 2016 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 20–28 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 117 | Unknown or other (22) | No |
| 2015 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 20–28 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 196 | Electrical system (54) | No |
| 2014 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 20–28 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 138 | Electrical system (36) | No |
| 2013 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 19–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 212 | Steering (46) | No |
| 2012 | 2.7L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.5L 6-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 19–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 191 | Steering (47) | No |
| 2011 | 2.7L 4-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl, 231 hp 3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, 231 hp | AWD, FWD | 19–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 186 | Steering (34) | No |
| 2010 | 2.7L 4-cyl 3.3L 6-cyl hybrid, 209 hp 3.5L 6-cyl, 209 hp | AWD, FWD | 19–26 mpg | Not rated | 11 | 238 | Electrical system (55) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayThird row (7+ seats)AWD or 4WDTows 5,000 lb or morePower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricFully electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: Highlander 2020–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 10 |
| 2025 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 10 |
| 2025 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 7 | 42 |
| 2024 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 7 | 42 |
| 2024 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 9 | 182 |
| 2023 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 9 | 182 |
| 2023 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 9 |
| 2023 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 9 |
| 2022 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 259 |
| 2022 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 259 |
| 2022 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 6 |
| 2022 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 6 |
| 2021 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 523 |
| 2021 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 523 |
| 2021 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 15 |
| 2021 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 15 |
| 2020 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 317 |
| 2020 | Toyota HIGHLANDER SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 317 |
| 2020 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 9 |
| 2020 | Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 9 |
| 2019 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 489 |
| 2019 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 489 |
| 2019 | Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 6 |
| 2018 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 267 |
| 2018 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 267 |
| 2018 | Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 5 |
| 2017 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 4 | 267 |
| 2017 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 4 | 267 |
| 2017 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 3 | 224 |
| 2016 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 111 |
| 2016 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 111 |
| 2016 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 108 |
| 2015 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 192 |
| 2015 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 192 |
| 2015 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 182 |
| 2014 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | No | 5 | 136 |
| 2014 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | No | 5 | 136 |
| 2014 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | No | 5 | 131 |
| 2013 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 212 |
| 2013 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 212 |
| 2013 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 206 |
| 2012 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 191 |
| 2012 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 191 |
| 2012 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 187 |
| 2011 | Toyota Highlander SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 186 |
| 2011 | Toyota Highlander SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 186 |
| 2011 | Toyota Highlander HV SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 184 |
| 2010 | Toyota Highlander 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 11 | 238 |
| 2010 | Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 11 | 238 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2026 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2026 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2025 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
24–25 |
| 2025 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2025 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2025 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2024 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
24–25 |
| 2024 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2024 | Highlander Hybrid | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2024 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2024 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2023 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
24–25 |
| 2023 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2023 | Highlander Hybrid | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2023 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2023 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2022 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
23–24 |
| 2022 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2022 | Highlander Hybrid | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2022 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2022 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2021 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
23–24 |
| 2021 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2021 | Highlander Hybrid | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2021 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2021 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2020 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
23–24 |
| 2020 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2020 | Highlander Hybrid | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2020 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2020 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2019 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L |
22–23 |
| 2019 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start |
22 |
| 2019 | Highlander AWD LE | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2019 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2019 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 29 |
| 2019 | Highlander LE/XLE/SE/LTD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2018 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L |
22–23 |
| 2018 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-start |
22 |
| 2018 | Highlander AWD LE | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2018 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2018 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 29 |
| 2018 | Highlander LE/XLE/SE/LTD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2017 | Highlander | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L |
22–23 |
| 2017 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, SIDI & PFI |
22 |
| 2017 | Highlander AWD LE | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2017 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2017 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 29 |
| 2017 | Highlander LE/XLE/SE/LTD | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 23 |
| 2016 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
21–22 |
| 2016 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 20 |
| 2016 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2016 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2015 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
21–22 |
| 2015 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 20 |
| 2015 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2015 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2014 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
21–22 |
| 2014 | Highlander AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 20 |
| 2014 | Highlander Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2014 | Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2013 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–22 |
| 2013 | Highlander 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 19 |
| 2013 | Highlander Hybrid 4WD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2012 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–22 |
| 2012 | Highlander 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 19 |
| 2012 | Highlander Hybrid 4WD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2011 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–22 |
| 2011 | Highlander 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 19 |
| 2011 | Highlander Hybrid 4WD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 28 |
| 2010 | Highlander 2WD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–22 |
| 2010 | Highlander 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 19 |
| 2010 | Highlander Hybrid 4WD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 26 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.