Toyota Highlander Hybrid XU50
Third generation · 2014–2019 · 6 model years · 4 trims
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
All photo credits
- 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
Trims by model year
| Trim | Engine | HP | Torque | Transmission | Drive | MPG city/hwy (comb) | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | |||||||
| LE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 30/28 (29) | $37,520 |
| XLE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $42,580 |
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $46,060 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $49,180 |
| 2018 | |||||||
| LE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 30/28 (29) | $36,870 |
| XLE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $41,930 |
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $45,360 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $48,480 |
| 2017 | |||||||
| LE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 30/28 (29) | $36,270 |
| XLE AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $41,330 |
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $44,760 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle-capable V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 306 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 29/27 (28) | $47,880 |
| 2016 | |||||||
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $47,870 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $50,485 |
| 2015 | |||||||
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $47,850 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $50,340 |
| 2014 | |||||||
| Limited AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $47,300 |
| Limited Platinum AWD · SUV | 3.5 L 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 Hybrid Synergy Drive | 280 | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | AWD | 27/28 (28) | $49,790 |
Safety & recalls by model year
| Year | Recalls | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 2018 | 5 | ★★★★★ |
| 2017 | 2 | ★★★★★ |
| 2016 | 3 | ★★★★★ |
| 2015 | 2 | ★★★★★ |
| 2014 | 1 | ★★★★★ |
US-market data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), matched by model year, make and model; the year link opens the full recall list and star ratings.