2011–2012 Toyota Highlander fuel economy
The 2011–2012 Toyota Highlander is rated at 19–28 MPG combined by the EPA, from 19 MPG (3.5 L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5), All-Wheel Drive) to 28 MPG (3.5 L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), All-Wheel Drive). The ratings are identical for every model year from 2011 to 2012, so they are shown together. EPA size class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD.
MPG by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | L/100 km | UK MPG | Fuel cost/yr* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander Hybrid 4WD 3.5 L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · Regular Gasoline | 28 | 28 | 28 | 8.4 | 34 | $2,400 |
| Highlander 2WD 2.7 L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 | 25 | 22 | 10.7 | 26 | $3,050 |
| Highlander 2WD 3.5 L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5), Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | 11.8 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Highlander 4WD 3.5 L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5), All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | 12.4 | 23 | $3,550 |
* EPA estimate of yearly fuel (or electricity) cost for 15,000 miles with 55 % city driving, at the fuel prices EPA used for this model year. Use the fuel cost comparison with your own mileage and prices.
About these numbers
EPA ratings come from standard laboratory tests adjusted to reflect real-world driving, so they are best for comparing vehicles. Your own figure will vary with speed, temperature, load, tires and driving style — measure it with the MPG calculator. If you have fitted larger tires, correct the reading with the tire size and fuel economy calculator.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Original data (downloaded 2026-09-29). Data processed by us; errors in processing are ours, not the publisher's.