2012 Toyota Highlander Specs

EPA fuel economy, engine specs, and towing capacity

At a Glance

22
MPG Combined
20 city / 0 hwy
2.7L 4-Cylinder
Engine
FWD
Drivetrain
5,000
Max Towing (lbs)
265
Horsepower
$2,386
Est. annual fuel
15k mi @ $3.50/gal

All Trim Levels — Fuel Economy

Trim / TransmissionFuel TypeEngineDriveCityHwyCombinedCO₂ (g/mi)
Automatic (S5)Regular3.5L V6FWD18020-1
Automatic (S6)Regular2.7L 4-CylinderFWD20022-1
Automatic (S5)Regular3.5L V6AWD17019-1

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. MPG figures are for reference; actual mileage varies.

Performance & Capability

Horsepower
265 hp / 306 lb-ft
Max Towing
5,000 lbs
0–60 mph
6.5s (est.)
Cargo Volume
84.3 ft³
Ground Clearance
8 in

Source: manufacturer specifications. Towing varies by configuration; consult owner's manual.

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