Toyota
Highlander
Toyota Highlander: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeToyota
ClassSmall SUV, Standard SUV
Model years (US)2001–2027
New registrations (EU)2008–2016, 2018–2025
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Toyota Highlander – Fifth generation2027–2028
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2027 (to commence) |
| Model years | 2028 |
| Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel-drive Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive |
| Platform | TNGA: GA-K |
| Electric motor | AC permanent magnet synchronous |
| Transmissions | eAxle |
| Battery | 76.96–95.82 kWh lithium-ion |
| Electric range | 462 km (FWD, claimed) 435–515 km (4WD, claimed) |
| Charging | NACS port 11 kW onboard charger (AC) 150 kW fast charging (DC) |
| Wheelbase | 3,050 mm |
| Length | 5,050 mm |
| Width | 1,989 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Georgetown, Kentucky (TMMK) |
Toyota Highlander – Fourth generation2019–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | XU70 |
| Production | November 2019 – present |
| Model years | 2020–2026 |
| Platform | TNGA: GA-K |
| Engines | Gasoline 2.0 L S20A-FTS turbo I4 (2022–present) 2.4 L T24A-FTS turbo I4 (2022–present) 2.5 L A25C-FKS I4 (China) 2.5 L A25G-FKS I4 (Crown Kluger) 3.5 L 2GR-FKS V6 (2020–2022) Gasoline hybrid 2.5 L A25A-FXS I4 2.5 L A25D-FXS I4 (China) 2.5 L A25H-FXS I4 (Crown Kluger) |
| Electric motor | 2x Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors 5NM + 40 kW 4NM (hybrid) |
| Transmissions | 8-speed UA80F "Direct Shift" ECTi automatic eCVT with sequential shift mode (hybrid) |
| Drivetrain | Power-split (hybrid) |
| Battery | 1.6 kW·h Ni-MH (hybrid) |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Length | 4,950–5,014 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,730–1,755 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,880–2,018 kg |
| Assembly | United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) China: Guangzhou (GAC Toyota); Tianjin (FAW Toyota) |
| Designer | Yoshikazu Saeki |
Toyota Highlander – Third generation2013–2021
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | XU50 |
| Production | November 2013 – November 2019 |
| Model years | 2014–2019 2014–2021 (China) |
| Platform | Toyota K platform |
| Engines | Gasoline 2.0 L 8AR-FTS I4 turbo (China) 2.7 L 1AR-FE I4 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 3.5 L 2GR-FXE V6 (hybrid) 3.5 L 2GR-FKS V6 (2016–2019) 3.5 L 2GR-FXS V6 (hybrid) (2016–2019) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed U660E/760E automatic 8-speed UA80E/UA80F automatic (2016–2019) |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm |
| Length | 4,854 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2,045 kg |
| Assembly | United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) China: Guangzhou (GAC Toyota) |
| Designer | Matt Sperling (2009) |
Toyota Highlander – Second generation2007–2013
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | XU40 |
| Production | May 2007 – 2013 October 2007 – November 2013 (US) |
| Model years | 2008–2013 |
| Platform | Toyota K platform |
| Engines | Gasoline 2.7 L 1AR-FE I4 2.7 L 3AR-FE I4 (China) 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 3.3 L 3MZ-FE V6 (hybrid) 3.5 L 2GR-FXE V6 (hybrid) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed U151E automatic 6-speed U760E automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,835 kg |
| Assembly | Japan: Miyawaka, Fukuoka (Toyota Motor Kyushu) China: Guangzhou (GAC Toyota) United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI) |
| Designer | Ian Cartabiano (2005) Matthew Sperling, Peter Kim and Chung Lee (2010 facelift) |
Toyota Highlander – First generation2000–2007
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | XU20 |
| Production | November 2000 – May 2007 |
| Model years | 2001–2007 |
| Platform | Toyota K platform |
| Engines | Gasoline 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4 3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6 3.3 L 3MZ-FE V6 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed U140E/140F/241E automatic 5-speed U151E/F automatic CVT (Hybrid) |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Width | 1,826 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,716 kg |
| Assembly | Japan: Miyawaka, Fukuoka (Toyota Motor Kyushu) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2026 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2020–2026 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid | CVT (continuously variable) | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2023–2025 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2020–2024 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid | CVT (continuously variable) | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2017–2022 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2017–2022 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2009–2019 | 2.7 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2019 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl hybrid | CVT (continuously variable) | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2014–2016 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2014–2016 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2010–2013 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2008–2013 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| +10 more configurations |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2026 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| 2020–2026 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · All-wheel drive | 6.7 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km | 6.7–6.9 L/100 km |
| 2023–2025 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km | 10.7–11.2 L/100 km | 8.1–8.4 L/100 km |
| 2020–2024 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Front-wheel drive | 6.5 L/100 km | 6.5 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km |
| 2017–2022 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km | 8.7–9.0 L/100 km |
| 2017–2022 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.8–10.2 L/100 km | 11.2–11.8 L/100 km | 8.1–8.7 L/100 km |
| 2009–2019 | 2.7 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 8.7–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2011–2019 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · All-wheel drive | 8.1–8.4 L/100 km | 7.8–8.7 L/100 km | 8.4–8.7 L/100 km |
| 2014–2016 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2014–2016 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| 2010–2013 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km |
| 2008–2013 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| +10 more configurations |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
EU type-approval data
| Years | Powertrain | Engine | Power | Mass | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2024 | Petrol hybrid | 2487 cm³ | 140 kW (190 PS) | 2125–2130 kg | 149–160 g/km (WLTP) |
| 2021–2022 | Petrol | 2487 cm³ | 140 kW (190 PS) | 2125–2167 kg | 148–160 g/km (WLTP) |
Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Small SUV, Standard SUV, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2001–2026 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Hybrid |
| Engine displacement | 2.4–3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4, 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, CVT |
| Drive | All-wheel drive, Front-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 132 |
| Forced induction | Turbocharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Powertrains (EU) | Petrol, Petrol hybrid |
| Engine displacement (EU) | 2,487 cm³ |
| Power (EU) | 140 kW (190 PS) |
| Mass in running order (EU) | 2,125–2,167 kg |
| Wheelbase (EU) | 2,850 mm |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2001–2027 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2008–2016, 2018–2025 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and drivetrain | 1052 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Brakes | 773 | 2006, 2008, 2021 |
| Engine and cooling | 724 | 2003, 2008, 2019 |
| Electrical system | 637 | 2010, 2015, 2019 |
| Visibility and wipers | 530 | 2002, 2010, 2011 |
| Body and structure | 452 | 2014, 2021, 2022 |
| Speed control and cruise | 450 | 2004, 2006, 2008 |
| Steering | 370 | 2008, 2012, 2013 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 365 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Airbags | 358 | 2008, 2020, 2021 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2001–2025: 5839 complaints, 480 with a crash and 62 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.