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2014–2019 XU50 (3rd generation)

2014–2019 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity and Key Specifications

The 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander tows up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. Fuel tank 19.2 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander, by engine and drivetrain.

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The 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander tows up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped, and weighs about 4,134 lbs at the curb. Engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration all move the real number down, the door-jamb placard for your exact build governs.

2014–2019 Toyota Highlander key specs

SpecValue
Towing capacity (max)5,000 lbs
Fuel tank19.2 gallons
Fuel economy20 city / 25 hwy (2.7L FWD); 19/25 (3.5L FE FWD), 18/24 (FE AWD); 21/27 (3.5L FKS FWD 2017+), 20/26–27 (FKS AWD); 27–28/28 (Hybrid 2014–2016), 29–30/27–28 (Hybrid 2017–2019). Fuel tank: 19.2 gal gas, 17.2 gal hybrid.
Curb weight4,134 lbs
Ground clearance8 in
Key fob batteryCR2032

2014–2019 Toyota Highlander engines

EngineTrimsPowerFuel
2.7L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE)LE (FWD only), all years185 hpRegular 87 octane
3.5L V6 (2GR-FE), 2014–2016LE, LE Plus, XLE, Limited, Limited Platinum (2014–2016)270 hpRegular 87 octane
3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS D-4S), 2017–2019LE, XLE, SE, Limited, Limited Platinum (2017–2019); 8-speed automatic with stop-start295 hpRegular 87 octane
3.5L Hybrid (2GR-FXE), 2014–2016Hybrid Limited, Hybrid Limited Platinum (AWD only)280 hpRegular 87 octane
3.5L Hybrid (2GR-FXS D-4S), 2017–2019Hybrid LE, XLE, Limited, Limited Platinum (AWD only; hybrid lineup expanded for 2017)306 hpRegular 87 octane

Which Toyota Highlander model years does this cover?

These specs specifications apply to every Toyota Highlander built from 2014 through 2019 — the XU50 (3rd generation), mid-size 3-row crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

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What changed during the 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander

  • 2014Generation launch. Towing: 5,000 lbs V6 with factory tow package, 1,500 lbs 2.7L, 3,500 lbs hybrid
  • 2016Limited Platinum trim expands; last year of the 2GR-FE and 6-speed
  • 2017Facelift: 2GR-FKS (295 hp) + 8-speed automatic + stop-start, new SE trim, hybrid switches to 2GR-FXS (306 hp net) and expands to LE/XLE trims, Toyota Safety Sense P standard
  • 2018–2019Carryover; these years are in the Denso fuel pump recall population

2014–2019 Toyota Highlander specs: common questions

How much can a 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander tow?

Up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. That is a maximum for the best-configured version, engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration, and towing package all move the real number down, and the door-jamb placard plus the towing guide for your exact build is what governs.

How big is the fuel tank on a 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander?

19.2 gallons.

What does a 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander weigh?

About 4,134 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.

What gas mileage does a 2014–2019 Toyota Highlander get?

20 city / 25 hwy (2.7L FWD); 19/25 (3.5L FE FWD), 18/24 (FE AWD); 21/27 (3.5L FKS FWD 2017+), 20/26–27 (FKS AWD); 27–28/28 (Hybrid 2014–2016), 29–30/27–28 (Hybrid 2017–2019). Fuel tank: 19.2 gal gas, 17.2 gal hybrid. on the EPA cycle.

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