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2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE AWD

The 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE AWD is a 306-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission and all-wheel drive. It starts at $37,520 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.

It makes 306 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 30 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).

The Highlander Hybrid measures 192.5 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,398 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainHybrid
Price
MSRP$37,520
MSRP with Destination$38,640
Destination Charge$1,120
Engine
Engine Type3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower306 hp
ValvetrainDOHC, 24-valve, VVT-iW intake / VVT-i exhaust
Injection TypeD-4S Direct & Port Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeElectronic On-Demand AWD with intelligence (AWD-i)
Transmission
TransmissionElectronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode
Fuel Economy
City30 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined29 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular 87-octane or higher
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionDouble-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 12.9 in. (ECB regenerative)
Rear Brake DiscSolid disc, 12.2 in. (ECB regenerative)
Dimensions & Weight
Length192.5 in
Width75.8 in
Height68.1 in
Wheelbase109.8 in
Front Track64.4 in
Rear Track64.2 in
Ground Clearance8 in
Approach Angle18°
Departure Angle23.1°
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight4,398 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.7 in
Headroom Rear39.9 in
Legroom Front44.2 in
Legroom Rear38.4 in
Shoulder Room Front59.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear59.6 in
Hip Room Front57.2 in
Hip Room Rear57.1 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV AWD

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 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

Jan 13, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 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, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

NHTSA campaign 20V012000

Mar 27, 2019 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

NHTSA campaign 19V244000

6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID

Owner Complaints

6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Unknown Or Other2
Engine1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Hybrid Propulsion System1
Suspension1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 19, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an oil leak coming from the upper oil pan. No warning light was illuminated. The…”
Sep 30, 2022 · Suspension
“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, he heard abnormal knocking sounds coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated…”
Apr 29, 2021 · Engine, Forward Collision Avoidance, Hybrid Propulsion System
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND DECELERATED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, HYBRID SYSTEM MALFUNCTION…”
May 24, 2019 · Visibility
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW EXPLODED AND SHATTERED THE GLASS WITHOUT IMPACT OR WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE…”
Apr 25, 2019 · Unknown Or Other
“0 MILES, BRAND NEW, BROUGHT IT HOME AND FOUND THE VOICE PROMPTS AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM DID NOT WORK, SO YOU HAVE TO LOOK AT THE MAP AND TAKE YOUR EYES OFF OF THE ROAD IN ORDER TO FIND THE DIRECTION TO…”

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 2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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