Hybrid and petrol · 2001–2026

Toyota Highlander

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Toyota Highlander. By the official figures, the 2026 uses 5.6 L/100km: 50 mpg UK, 42 mpg US.

Toyota Highlander in white
Fuel use
5.6 L/100km
2026 official
UK mpg
50 mpg
US mpg
42 mpg
On a full tank
1,214 km
68 L tank

What a Highlander costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$16.46 per 100 km$1,811
Australia$2.41/L petrol$13.50 per 100 km$1,498
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£15.72 per 100 miles£1,100
United States$4.35/gal petrol$10.36 per 100 miles$1,399

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

Where the Highlander ranks

No. 21The most fuel-efficient SUVsSUVs ranked by their official fuel use, with UK and US mpg and what each costs to run a year.

Fourth generation (XU70), 2021

Specs for the 2021 Toyota Kluger GX 3.5L V6 petrol 2WD (Australian-market; most common petrol configuration); other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
Fourth generation (XU70)
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,966 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,755 mm
Wheelbase
2,850 mm
Ground clearance
208 mm
Kerb weight
1,885 kg
Gross vehicle mass
2,620 kg
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg
Towing (unbraked)
700 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,456 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
218 kW
Torque
350 Nm
Gearbox
8-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
8.8 L/100km
CO₂
205 g/km
Fuel tank
68 L

Ownership

Service every
15,000 km
Service every
12 months
Tyres
235/65 R18

XU70 (4th generation), 2020–2027

Specs for the 3.5 V6 GX AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
XU70 (4th generation)
Built
2020-2027
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,966 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,755 mm
Wheelbase
2,850 mm
Kerb weight
2,045 kg
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,456 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
218 kW
Torque
350 Nm
Gearbox
8-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
10.2 L/100km
Fuel tank
68 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2021
Airbags
7
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Adaptive cruise control
Yes

XU50 (3rd generation), 2014–2019

Specs for the 3.5 V6 GX AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
XU50 (3rd generation)
Built
2014-2019
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,890 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,730 mm
Wheelbase
2,789 mm
Kerb weight
1,955 kg
Boot
391 L
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,064 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
179 kW
Torque
303 Nm
Gearbox
8-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
10.2 L/100km
CO₂
222 g/km
Fuel tank
71 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2014
Airbags
7
Auto emergency braking
Yes

XU40 (2nd generation), 2008–2013

Specs for the 3.5 V6 AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
XU40 (2nd generation)
Built
2008-2013
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,785 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,760 mm
Wheelbase
2,790 mm
Kerb weight
1,990 kg
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,456 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
201 kW
Torque
337 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
11.6 L/100km
Fuel tank
72 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2008
Airbags
7

XU20 (1st generation, Kluger), 2001–2007

Specs for the 3.3 V6 AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
XU20 (1st generation, Kluger)
Built
2001-2007
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,690 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,735 mm
Wheelbase
2,715 mm
Kerb weight
1,800 kg
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
3.3 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,311 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
172 kW
Torque
328 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel tank
72 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2026Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2026Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2025Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2025Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2024Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2024Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2023Petrol8.8 L/100km32 mpg27 mpg—
2023Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2022Petrol8.8 L/100km32 mpg27 mpg—
2022Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2021Petrol9.2 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—
2021Hybrid5.6 L/100km50 mpg42 mpg—
2020Petrol9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2020Hybrid6.7 L/100km42 mpg35 mpg—
2019Petrol9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2019Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2018Petrol9.5 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2018Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2017Petrol9.6 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2017Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2016Petrol10.6 L/100km27 mpg22 mpg—
2016Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2015Petrol10.6 L/100km27 mpg22 mpg—
2015Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2014Petrol10.6 L/100km27 mpg22 mpg—
2014Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2013Petrol11.6 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2013Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2012Petrol11.6 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2012Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2011Petrol11.6 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2011Hybrid8.4 L/100km34 mpg28 mpg—
2010Petrol11.6 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2010Hybrid9.1 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—
2009Petrol11.6 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2009Hybrid9.1 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—
2008Petrol11.5 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2008Hybrid9.1 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—
2007Petrol11.7 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2007Hybrid9.1 L/100km31 mpg26 mpg—

Toyota Highlander questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota Highlander?

The 2026 Toyota Highlander uses 5.6 L/100km by its official figures: 50 mpg in UK gallons and 42 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Toyota Highlander cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $1,811 in New Zealand, $1,498 in Australia, £1,100 in United Kingdom, $1,399 in United States.

How far does a Toyota Highlander go on a full tank?

About 1,214 km (755 miles) from its 68 L tank at its official fuel use.

How much can a Toyota Highlander tow?

2,000 kg braked, for the 2021 Toyota Kluger GX 3.5L V6 petrol 2WD (Australian-market; most common petrol configuration).

How big is the Toyota Highlander's boot?

391 L, for the 2021 Toyota Kluger GX 3.5L V6 petrol 2WD (Australian-market; most common petrol configuration).

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5.6 L/100km · 50 mpg

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2001–2026

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

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2013–2026

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

Kia

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2020–2026

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

Citroën

C5 Aircross

2019–2025

5.7 L/100km · 50 mpg

Volkswagen

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2020–2024

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

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