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2012 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.
2012GOOD BUYSerious complaints 0.5× usual Extended coverage
131 serious complaints of 191, the most about steering (47) and structure (22); per car on the road, 0.5× this model's usual year. 2 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA18006: steering column separation. NHTSA investigation PE18005: upper steering column separation.
What owners report
“While operating the vehicle and traveling at less than 20 miles per hour, a popping noise was present when turning the steering wheel in either direction. I took it to a local mechanic and it was diagnosed as a intermediate steering shaft problem and was told it should be replaced. The problem was first detected at about 55,000 miles.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the steering, May 2019
“The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that he noticed that the front and rear driver’s side and rear passenger’s side carpet were soaked with water. The contact then stated that he also noticed the water had leaked from the sunroof.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the structure, Jun 2023
Fixes and extended coverage
- 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)
- Extended coverage Technical Instructions Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint (ZKG Technical, 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.
191 owner complaints · 2 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 19–28 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2012 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 2012
- Engine: 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i → 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) (Limited)
- Engine: 2.7-Liter Four-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Engine with Dual VVT-i → 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) (SE, Base)
- Horsepower: 187 hp → 270 hp (SE, Base)
- Torque: 186 lb-ft → 248 lb-ft (SE, Base)
- Gears: 6 → 5 (SE, Base)
- Max towing: 1,500 lb → 2,000 lb (SE, Base)
- Ground clearance: 7.8 in → 8 in (SE, Base)
- Curb weight: 3,946 lb → 4,266 lb (SE, Base)
2012 Highlander trims
| Base | Limited | SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: — | 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6 with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: — |
| Horsepower | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 270 hp FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 187 hp | 270 hp | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 270 hp FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 187 hp |
| Torque | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 248 lb-ft FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 186 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 248 lb-ft FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 186 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ECT-i | ECT-i | ECT-i |
| Gears | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 5 FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 6 | 5 | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 5 FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 6 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 / FWD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 / FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4 | 4WD / FWD | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 / FWD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 / FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4 |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Max towing | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 2,000 lb FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 1,500 lb | 2,000 lb + option | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 2,000 lb FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 1,500 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 | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 188.4 in | 188.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 4,266 lb FWD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 4,045 lb FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 3,946 lb | 4WD: 4,464 lb FWD: 4,255 lb | 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 4,266 lb FWD 5-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6: 4,045 lb FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.7L I4: 3,946 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Digital gauge cluster | — | 3.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Audio | — | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 + option | 6 + option |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Cloth + option | — | — |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | — | 3 | — |
| Second row | — | — | 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 (65)
| Base | Limited | SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Cylinder Towing Prep Package | Optional | — | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package $60 | Optional | — | — |
| NavTraffic | — | — | — |
| Rear-seat DVD entertainment system | — | Optional | — |
| Tech Package $1,835 | Optional | — | — |
| V6 Towing Prep Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Voice-activated touch-screen DVD navigation system $2,650 | — | Optional | Optional |
| 3.5-liter V6 gasoline | Optional | — | Optional |
| 5-speed automatic | Optional | — | Optional |
| Ball Mount Kit | — | — | — |
| Body Side Moldings $199 | — | — | — |
| Door Edge Guards $109 | — | — | — |
| Exhaust Tip $75 | — | — | — |
| Hood Protector $155 | — | — | — |
| Hybrid Synergy Drive Window Sticker | — | — | — |
| Mudguards $99 | — | — | — |
| Paint Protection Film $395 | — | — | — |
| Remote Engine Starter | — | — | — |
| Roof Rack Cross Bars | — | — | — |
| RS3200 Plus Security System with Glass Breakage Sensor | — | — | — |
| Running Boards $649 | — | — | — |
| Towing Hitch Kit | — | — | — |
| Towing Wire Harness | — | — | — |
| Trailer Ball | — | — | — |
| TRD Air Filter | — | — | — |
| TRD Oil Cap | — | — | — |
| TRD Oil Filter | — | — | — |
| Wheel Locks $81 | — | — | — |
| All-Weather Cargo Mat | — | — | — |
| All-Weather Floor Mats $299 | — | — | — |
| Ashtray Kit | — | — | — |
| Auto-Dimming Mirror $299 | — | — | — |
| BLU Logic Hands-Free System | — | — | — |
| Cargo Cover | — | — | — |
| Cargo Mat | — | — | — |
| Cargo-Net Envelope | — | — | — |
| Cargo Net — Spider $49 | — | — | — |
| Cargo Organizer | — | — | — |
| Cargo Tote | — | — | — |
| Carpet Floor Mats | — | — | — |
| Emergency Assistance Kit $70 | — | — | — |
| First Aid Kit $29 | — | — | — |
| Rear-Seat Entertainment $1,819 | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Intrusion Protection (VIP) | — | — | — |
| Wireless Headphones $82 | — | — | — |
| JBL AM/FM 6-Disc CD Changer | — | Optional | — |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio | — | — | — |
| XM Select Package | — | — | — |
| 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 Fabric | Optional | — | — |
| Ash Leather Trim | — | — | Optional |
| ASH perforated leather trim | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather Trim | — | — | Optional |
| BLACK perforated leather trim | — | Optional | — |
| Sand Beige Fabric | Optional | — | — |
| Sand Beige Leather Trim | — | — | Optional |
| Sand Beige Perforated Leather Trim | — | Optional | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. 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.