Toyota Highlander first generation

Toyota Highlander first generation
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The Toyota Highlander first generation (2001–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XU20 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Width1,826 mm
Wheelbase2,715 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,716 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,089 complaints for model years 2001–2007. 231 crashes · 30 fires · 140 injuries · 54 deaths

  • Brakes 360
  • Speed control 237
  • Engine 236
  • Visibility and wipers 211
  • Electrical system 203
  • Transmission and drivetrain 114

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 12 versions of the Toyota Highlander first generation

United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–2009HEV · HEV, VMODE VLKUP3.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2001–2007CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2001–2007CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA263–291 g/km
2004–2007CLKUP3.3 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2004–2007CLKUP3.3 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2006–2007HEV3.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA205–212 g/km
2001–2003CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2001–2003CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002–2007Sport utility vehicle2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.8–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle248–278 g/km
2004–2007Sport utility vehicle3.3 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle290 g/km
2006–2007Sport utility vehicle3.3 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)9.1–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle209–214 g/km
2002–2003Sport utility vehicle3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle304 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.