Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity (2002 - 2023)

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Toyota Highlander Maximum Towing Capacities

The Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity ranging between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2019 Toyota Highlander has a minimum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, while the 2023 Toyota Highlander has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Toyota Highlander.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Toyota Highlander. Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2023LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
2023LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
2022Bronze Edition3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
2022Bronze Edition3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
2021L5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
2021L5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
2020LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
2019LE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
2018Limited Platinum3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
2017Limited Platinum3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
2016LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
2015LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
2014LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
20131,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
20123,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs
20113,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs
20101,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
20092,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
20082,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
20043,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto160 HP / 165 ft/lbs
20033,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs
20023,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs

Towing Capacity: Quick Jump To Toyota Highlander Model Year

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2023 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2023 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD265 HP / 310 ft/lbs

2022 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2022 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Bronze Edition3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Bronze Edition3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2021 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2021 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2021 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XSE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
2020 Toyota Highlander
2020 Toyota Highlander

2020 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2020 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2020 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
Platinum3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
L5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD243 HP / 175 ft/lbs
XLE Navigation5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs

2019 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2019 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2019 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
2018 Toyota Highlander
2018 Toyota Highlander

2018 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2018 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2018 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Limited Platinum3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
2017 Toyota Highlander
2017 Toyota Highlander

2017 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2017 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2017 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Limited Platinum3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
Limited Platinum5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD295 HP / 263 ft/lbs
XLE3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD306 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2016 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2016 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2016 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD280 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2015 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2015 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2015 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE2,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus2,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD280 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2014 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2014 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2014 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 184 ft/lbs
LE2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE2,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
LE Plus2,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XLE5,000 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V6AWD / 1 Spd CVT w/OD280 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2013 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2013 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2013 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited5,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Plus1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Plus5,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
SE5,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2012 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2011 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.5L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto231 HP / 215 ft/lbs

2010 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2010 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2010 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.7L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs

2009 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2009 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2009 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 248 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs

2008 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2008 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2008 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
Limited2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
Sport2,000 lbs3.5L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto270 HP / 249 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 1 Spd CVT Auto209 HP / 212 ft/lbs

2004 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2004 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2004 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto160 HP / 165 ft/lbs
3,000 lbs2.4L I44WD / 4 Spd Auto160 HP / 165 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto230 HP / 242 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto230 HP / 242 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 5 Spd Auto230 HP / 242 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto230 HP / 242 ft/lbs

2003 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2003 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2003 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs
3,000 lbs2.4L I44WD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.0L V6FWD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.0L V64WD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.0L V6FWD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.0L V64WD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs

2002 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2002 Toyota Highlander has a towing capacity between 3,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2002 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs
3,000 lbs2.4L I44WD / 4 Spd Auto155 HP / 163 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.0L V6FWD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
3,500 lbs3.0L V64WD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.0L V6FWD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs
Limited3,500 lbs3.0L V64WD / 4 Spd Auto220 HP / 222 ft/lbs

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