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Toyota Highlander 2WD

2001–2016 · 31 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
21
Best
22
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The Toyota Highlander 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 31 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2016. Over this period, the Highlander 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2016
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2016
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850192521MPG
2015
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2015
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850192521MPG
2014
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2014
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,850192521MPG
2013
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2013
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2012
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2012
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2011
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2011
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2010
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202722MPG
2010
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2009
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2009
2.7L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700202722MPG
2008
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5) • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2007
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2007
3.3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2006
3.3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2005
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2005
3.3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2004
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2004
3.3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2003
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172118MPG
2002
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172118MPG
2001
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172118MPG

Historical Efficiency

2016
22
2015
22
2014
22
2013
22
2012
22
2011
22
2010
22
2009
22
2008
20
2007
22
2006
22
2005
22
2004
22
2003
22
2002
22
2001
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Highlander 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota Highlander 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Toyota Toyota Highlander grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,500
Total Deaths
591

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.1%
Fire Occurrence
2.2%
Speeding Involved
10.5%
DUI Involved
10.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

76%
Front
12%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes169
Fatalities
74
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2022
Fatal Crashes163
Fatalities
82
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes176
Fatalities
85
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2020
Fatal Crashes128
Fatalities
52
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2019
Fatal Crashes158
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2018
Fatal Crashes164
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2017
Fatal Crashes160
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2016
Fatal Crashes159
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.26
2015
Fatal Crashes133
Fatalities
52
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2014
Fatal Crashes90
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.36
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
2
2015
1
2014
5
2013
1
2010
2
2009
1
2008
8
2006
3
2005
2
2004
4
2003
1
2001
3
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