2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD
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- Photo: Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid in the Philippines by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Highlander LE Hybrid (XU50) by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 19 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited by HJUdall, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE 1 (32668111056) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD is a 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission and all-wheel drive. It starts at $47,850 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 280 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The Highlander Hybrid measures 191.1 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,861 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $47,850 ($65,617 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $48,735 ($66,831 *) |
| Destination Charge | $885 |
| 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 AWD with intelligence (AWD-i) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 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 | Double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 12.9 in. (ECB regenerative) |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc, 12.2 in. (ECB regenerative) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.1 in |
| Width | 75.8 in |
| Height | 68.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in |
| Front Track | 64.4 in |
| Rear Track | 64.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in |
| Approach Angle | 17.6° |
| Departure Angle | 23.9° |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,861 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 59 in |
| Hip Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 57.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2015 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 | ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk) |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota HIGHLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 27, 2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).
Consequence: The ECM damage may result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.
NHTSA campaign 18E107000
Mar 13, 2015 · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 15V144000
182 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID
Owner Complaints
182 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID (17 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 48 |
| Unknown Or Other | 41 |
| Structure | 26 |
| Steering | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
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 2015 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.