2025 Toyota Highlander
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2025 Toyota Highlander is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined
Official photograph of 2026 model sharing this design generation. Primary illustration above depicts verified 2025 Toyota Highlander dimensions.
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid) | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
26V128000: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's…
Reported March 5, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V872000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The third row center seat belt roof anchor may have been installed at an incorrect angle, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant.
Remedy: Dealers will reinstall the seat belt anchor with a new bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA16.
Reported December 17, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V744000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's…
Reported October 30, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V595000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument…
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of…
Reported September 11, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 4, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 3, 2026
Data verified: November 3, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2025 Toyota Highlander have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Toyota Highlander?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2025 Toyota Highlander front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2025 Toyota Highlander?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.