Toyota Highlander
2022–2026 model years · Generation introduced 2020
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- Available years
- 2022–2026
- Yearly records
- 5
- Reported market values
- $30,263–$48,575
The overview
The redesigned for 2020, the fourth-generation Highlander retains its qualities of comfortable ride and a smooth powertrain. Handling is sound and secure. Interior fit and finish is upgraded, particularly in higher trim versions. The smooth and punchy 295-hp V6 packs a lot of reserve power and gets a competitive 22 mpg overall. The hybrid version is less powerful but gets an excellent 35 mpg overall. Both seven- and eight-passenger seating configurations are available. Either way, the second row is very roomy but the third row is tiny. Controls are easy to use and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility is standard. The Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite includes standard forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assistance. Blind spot warning and rear cross traffic warning are optional. Beginning with the 2021 model year, LED headlights (low and high beam) are now standard on all models. A sporty XSE trim is also new. Updates for 2022 include minor trim and color changes, plus the power passenger's seat gets more adjustments. For 2023, the Highlander got a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in place of the long-serving V6, plus a new infotainment system. For 2024, the L trim was discontinued and blind spot warning and rear cross traffic warning became standard across the line. AWD is standard on gas models for 2026.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 ↗ XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $48,575 | 4/5 | Not rated | 24 MPG |
| 2025 ↗ XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $41,425 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 23 MPG |
| 2024 ↗ XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $36,800 | 4/5 | 3/5 | 24 MPG |
| 2023 ↗ XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $33,763 | 4/5 | 3/5 | 24 MPG |
| 2022 ↗ XLE 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (295 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $30,263 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 23 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2026 model
XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · New
Find 2026 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs 3-row
- Generation began
- 2020
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $48,575
- Retail value range
- $44,925 - $53,175
- Original MSRP range
- $46,270 - $55,675
- Trade-in range
- $43,610 - $51,545
Ratings
- Road test score
- 84/100
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 21 MPG
- EPA highway
- 27 MPG
- EPA combined
- 24 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 33 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,145
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 133 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 4,385 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,390 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 33.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 40.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 38106 First published: December 4, 2025 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2025 model
XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2025 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs 3-row
- Generation began
- 2020
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $41,425
- Retail value range
- $33,650 - $48,600
- Original MSRP range
- $40,320 - $54,475
- Trade-in range
- $32,340 - $47,035
Ratings
- Road test score
- 84/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 73%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 21 MPG
- EPA highway
- 27 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 33 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,145
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 133 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 4,385 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,390 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 33.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 40.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 33347 First published: December 5, 2024 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2024 model
XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2024 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs 3-row
- Generation began
- 2020
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $36,800
- Retail value range
- $29,875 - $46,200
- Original MSRP range
- $39,270 - $53,375
- Trade-in range
- $28,460 - $44,690
Ratings
- Road test score
- 84/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 60%
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 21 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 24 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 33 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,145
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 133 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 4,385 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,390 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 33.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 40.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 28827 First published: November 29, 2023 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2023 model
XLE 4-door SUV AWD 2.4-liter 4 (265 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2023 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs 3-row
- Generation began
- 2020
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $33,763
- Retail value range
- $26,550 - $41,400
- Original MSRP range
- $36,620 - $53,025
- Trade-in range
- $24,935 - $39,780
Ratings
- Road test score
- 84/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 60%
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 21 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 24 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 33 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,145
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 133 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 4,385 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,390 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 33.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 40.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 26163 First published: January 5, 2023 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2022 model
XLE 4-door SUV AWD 3.5-liter V6 (295 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Midsized SUVs 3-row
- Generation began
- 2020
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $30,263
- Retail value range
- $23,125 - $35,975
- Original MSRP range
- $35,855 - $51,460
- Trade-in range
- $21,285 - $34,455
Ratings
- Road test score
- 84/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 69%
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 27 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,195
- Cruising range
- 390 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 50 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 195 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 4,365 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,390 lb
- Towing capacity
- 5,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 8 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Cargo volume
- 41 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 22431 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
