2017 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum FWD
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- Photo: 2016 Toyota Highlander XLE AWD in Ooh La La Rouge Mica, Front Left, 06-29-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: San Francisco (CA, USA), California Street, autonomes Fahrzeug (Zoox) -- 2022 -- 2932 by Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Highlander (XU50, side view) by Jason Lawrence, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Toyota Highlander base AWD, rear 2.28.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Interior - 2014 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum (15295281163) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum FWD is a 295-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with an 8-speed ect-i automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $44,800 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 295 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 263 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Highlander measures 192.5 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,354 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $44,800 |
| MSRP with Destination | $45,795 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2GR-FKS 3.5L DOHC 24-valve VVT-iW/VVT-i V6, D-4S |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve VVT-iW intake / VVT-i exhaust |
| Bore and Stroke | 94 x 83 |
| Injection Type | D-4S (direct + port injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed ECT-i automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.2 in. solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 19 in. |
| Tires Front | P245/55R19 |
| Tires Rear | P245/55R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192.5 in |
| Width | 75.8 in |
| Height | 68.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,354 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 59.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 57.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (18.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2017 Toyota Highlander SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota HIGHLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 4, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
NHTSA campaign 20V682000
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
Aug 23, 2017 · EQUIPMENT
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. The fasteners for the roof rails may not be torqued properly.
Consequence: The roof rails may loosen and possibly detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly torque the fasteners, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 17R3.
NHTSA campaign 17V520000
May 2, 2017 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
NHTSA campaign 17V295000
271 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota HIGHLANDER
Owner Complaints
271 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota HIGHLANDER (18 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 15 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 77 |
| Unknown Or Other | 53 |
| Engine | 47 |
| Electrical System | 46 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 28 |
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 2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.