2002 Toyota Highlander V6 FWD
All photo credits
- Photo: 2004 Toyota Highlander Limited in Black Onyx, Front Left, 05-06-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid, Rear Left, 02-19-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid in Sonora Gold Metallic, rear left, 07-04-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Toyota Highlander V6 FWD is a 220-hp 3.0-liter V6 SUV with a 4-speed ect automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,460 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 220 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 222 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Highlander measures 184.4 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,660 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,460 ($45,995 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,970 ($46,916 *) |
| Destination Charge | $510 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1MZ-FE 3.0L DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 220 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 222 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve VVT-i |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port EFI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed ECT automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in. |
| Tires Front | P225/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P225/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.4 in |
| Width | 71.9 in |
| Height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 38.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,660 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Toyota Highlander V6 FWD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota HIGHLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 15, 2004 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE A CHILD PROTECTION LOCK (CPL) SYSTEM ON BOTH OF THE REAR SIDE DOORS. WHEN AN OPERATOR OF THE VEHICLE CLOSES THE DOOR VERY HARD WITH THE CPL LEVER SET TO THE LOCK POSITION, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE LEVER MAY CONTACT THE BODY PANEL, CAUSING THE CPL LEVER TO MOVE INTO THE UNLOCK POSITION.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE DOOR TO BE OPENED WITH THE INSIDE WHILE THE OPERATOR BELIEVES THAT THE CPL WAS ACTIVATED. IF THE DOOR WERE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, AN OCCUPANT COULD FALL OUT AND BE INJURED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL SHORTEN THE CPL LEVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 04V181000
Jul 30, 2002 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
ON SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THERE IS A BREATHER HOSE THAT ATTACHES TO THE NOZZLE OF THE ON-BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) VALVE, WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE TOPSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. THE BREATHER HOSE IS ATTACHED WITH A CLAMP, WHOSE "TABS" FACE IN THE UPWARD DIRECTION. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CRASHED UNDER THE NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (NCAP) TEST (I.E., 35 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER CRASH), THE CLAMP "TABS" CONTACTED THE UNDERSIDE OF THE BODY DUE TO MOVEMENT OF THE FUEL TANK, CAUSING THE NOZZLE TO BREAK.
Consequence: IN THE WORST CASE, NOZZLE BREAKAGE COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE IF THE VEHICLE ROLLS-OVER AFTER A HIGH SPEED FRONTAL CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ROTATE THE SPECIFIED CLAMP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 02V208000
327 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota HIGHLANDER
Owner Complaints
327 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota HIGHLANDER (27 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 18 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 125 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 24 |
| Structure | 24 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.