Toyota Highlander fourth generation

Toyota Highlander fourth generation
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The Toyota Highlander fourth generation (since 2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.

Model codes: XU70 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,970 mm RDW4,950 mm TC4,950–5,014 mm
Width1,930 mm RDW1,930 mm TC1,930 mm
Height1,760 mm RDW1,730 mm TC1,730–1,755 mm
Wheelbase2,850 mm RDW2,850 mm TC2,850 mm
Front track1,660 mm ASTRA1,660 mm TC–
Rear track1,690 mm ASTRA1,660 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,990–2,030 kg RDW1,870–2,065 kg TC1,880–2,018 kg
Mass in running order2,090–2,130 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,670–2,720 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer2,000 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer700 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats7 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Fuel tank––65–68 L
Performance
Top speed180 km/h RDW–180 km/h
Torque239 Nm ASTRA––

Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/55R20, 235/65R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2020–2026: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
3 years93.9% (91.7–95.5)92.2%635

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres25.0%20.5%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)6.1%5.6%
Lights and electrics4.6%4.1%
Brakes2.7%10.6%
Suspension2.2%2.5%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,388 complaints for model years 2020–2026. 68 crashes · 5 fires · 69 injuries · 1 death

  • Transmission and drivetrain 425
  • Brakes 176
  • Body and structure 147
  • Airbags 129
  • Engine 101
  • Electrical system 85

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 11 versions of the Toyota Highlander fourth generation

European Union 4 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂EU registrations
2021–20252.5 L140 kW (190 PS)Hybrid6.7–7.0 L/100 km WLTP157–158 g/km19,252
20252.5 L140 kW (190 PS)Plug-in hybrid7.0 L/100 km WLTP159 g/km72
2021–20252.5 L140 kW (190 PS)Petrol6.6–7.1 L/100 km WLTP154–159 g/km4,020
20222.5 L206 kW (280 PS)Hybrid–159 g/km21

United Kingdom 7 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2024Excel 2.5 Hybrid AWD-i2.5 L182 kW (247 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP160 g/km
2024Excel AWD 2.5L Hybrid Premium Pack2.5 L248 kW (337 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP159 g/km
2024Excel AWD 2.5L Hybrid2.5 L248 kW (337 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP160 g/km
2022–2023Excel 2.5 Hybrid AWD-i2.5 L134 kW (182 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP160 g/km
2022–2023Excel AWD 2.5L Hybrid2.5 L140 kW (190 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP160 g/km
2022–2023Excel AWD 2.5L Hybrid Premium Pack2.5 L140 kW (190 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.1 L/100 km WLTP159 g/km
2021Excel 2.5 Hybrid AWD-i2.5 L134 kW (182 PS)HybridAutomatic7.1 L/100 km WLTP160 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.