2020–2025 Toyota Highlander Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Which Toyota Highlander model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Toyota Highlander built from 2020 through 2025 — the XU70 (4th generation), mid-size 3-row crossover suv (tnga-k platform). 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.

What changed during the 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander

• 2020Generation launch on TNGA-K. Towing: 5,000 lbs V6 with tow package, 3,500 lbs hybrid. Hybrid drops the V6 for a 2.5L four (243 hp net) and adds a FWD option
• 2021XSE trim added
• 2022Bronze Edition (hybrid) added; final V6 year alongside 2020–2022 transmission complaint cluster
• 20232.4L turbo (T24A-FTS, 265 hp) replaces the V6; larger 12.3-in touchscreen/cluster available; towing stays 5,000 lbs with tow package
• 2024–2025Carryover years; the larger Grand Highlander is a separate model. 2023–2024 cars are in the 25V-595 cluster-software recall population

What cabin air filter does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander take?

Toyota 87139-0E040.

Where is the cabin air filter on a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander?

Every 30,000 mi (15,000 mi in dusty conditions). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

What engine air filter does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander take?

Toyota 17801-F0050 (element 17801-25020), replaced every 30,000 mi.