2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD
All photo credits
- Photo: 2009 Toyota Highlander 3.5 Limited Hybrid in Cypress Pearl, front left by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 3.3 V6 (50423752723) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid from the European Union by DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Toyota Highlander 3.5 Limited Hybrid in Cypress Pearl, rear left by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD is a 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission and four-wheel drive. It starts at $43,795 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 280 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The Highlander Hybrid measures 188.8 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,762 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $43,795 ($63,288 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $44,605 ($64,458 *) |
| Destination Charge | $810 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 280 hp |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve, VVT-i |
| Injection Type | EFI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Electronic On-Demand 4WD with intelligence (4WD-i) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with ECON mode |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular 87-octane or higher |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 12.9 in. (ECB regenerative) |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc, 12.2 in. (ECB regenerative) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 in. alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 19 in. alloy |
| Tires Front | P245/55R19 |
| Tires Rear | P245/55R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in |
| Height | 69.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in |
| Front Track | 64 in |
| Rear Track | 64 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,762 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 59.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.5 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (17.4 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2011 Toyota Highlander SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 22, 2015 · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Consequence: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
NHTSA campaign 15V689000
186 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Toyota HIGHLANDER
Owner Complaints
186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Toyota HIGHLANDER (14 mention a crash, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 34 |
| Structure | 27 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 25 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 18 |
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 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.