Toyota Highlander fourth generation

Toyota Highlander fourth generation
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The Toyota Highlander fourth generation (since 2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XU70 · Sold in: United States and Canada

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

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
2023–2026SIDI & PFI2.4 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA231 g/km
2020–2026SIDI & PFI; Hybrid2.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)All-wheel drive35 MPG (6.7 L/100 km) EPA156–158 g/km
2023–2025SIDI & PFI2.4 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2023–2025SIDI & PFI; with Stop-start · SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start2.4 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA223 g/km
2020–2024SIDI & PFI; Hybrid2.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA152 g/km
2020–2022SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start3.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA231 g/km
2020–2022SIDI & PFI3.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2020–2022SIDI & PFI3.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240–242 g/km

Canada 3 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2023–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.4 LPetrol8-speed automatic9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle231–232 g/km
2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Standard2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)6.7 L/100 km 5-cycle156–158 g/km
2020–2022Sport utility vehicle: Small3.5 LPetrol8-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle240–241 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.