2020–2025 XU70 (4th generation)
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander Fluid Types and Capacities
Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: Toyota WS ATF. 8-speed UA80E/UA80F (V6): total fill ~8.0 qt (7.6 L); 2.4T 8-speed: ~7.5 qt (7.1 L), both sealed, overflow-plug level check. Hybrid eCVT transaxle: ~4.6 qt (4.4 L) WS.. Coolant: Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (pink, pre-mixed). V6: ~12.5–12.9 qt (11.8–12.2 L); 2.4T: ~11.7–12.3 qt (11.1–11.6 L); Hybrid: ~10.5 qt engine loop + 2.0 qt inverter loop. First change 100k mi, then every 50k..
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2020–2025 Toyota Highlander fluid guide
High confidence| System | Fluid type & capacity |
|---|---|
| Coolant | Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (pink, pre-mixed). V6: ~12.5–12.9 qt (11.8–12.2 L); 2.4T: ~11.7–12.3 qt (11.1–11.6 L); Hybrid: ~10.5 qt engine loop + 2.0 qt inverter loop. First change 100k mi, then every 50k. |
| Transmission | Toyota WS ATF. 8-speed UA80E/UA80F (V6): total fill ~8.0 qt (7.6 L); 2.4T 8-speed: ~7.5 qt (7.1 L), both sealed, overflow-plug level check. Hybrid eCVT transaxle: ~4.6 qt (4.4 L) WS. |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3 brake fluid |
| Power steering | None (electric power steering) |
Plain washer fluid; no special spec
Which Toyota Highlander model years does this cover?
These fluids 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
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander fluids: common questions
What transmission fluid does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander take?
- Toyota WS ATF. 8-speed UA80E/UA80F (V6): total fill ~8.0 qt (7.6 L); 2.4T 8-speed: ~7.5 qt (7.1 L), both sealed, overflow-plug level check. Hybrid eCVT transaxle: ~4.6 qt (4.4 L) WS.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.
What coolant does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander use?
- Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (pink, pre-mixed). V6: ~12.5–12.9 qt (11.8–12.2 L); 2.4T: ~11.7–12.3 qt (11.1–11.6 L); Hybrid: ~10.5 qt engine loop + 2.0 qt inverter loop. First change 100k mi, then every 50k..
What brake fluid does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander take?
- DOT 3 brake fluid.
Sources
- Toyota technical data, Highlander XU70 fluids & capacities (toyota-club.net)
- Toyota Owners, 2021 Highlander Hybrid owner's manual, 12-volt battery location
- Toyota TrueStart battery application chart, H6 EFB (gas) / H5 LN2 (hybrid)
- Lakeland Toyota parts, 17801-F0050 engine air filter, 2021/2023 Highlander fitment
- Woburn Toyota parts, 04152-YZZA1 oil filter element fitment for the 2.4L turbo
- Lakeland Toyota parts, 90919-A1008 spark plug (2.4L turbo)
- AMSOIL lookup, 2023 Highlander 2.4L T24A-FTS: 0W-20, 5.6 qt
- NHTSA recall 23V-865, occupant classification sensor
- NHTSA recall 25V-595, instrument cluster display
- ClassAction.org, 2020–2021 Highlander Hybrid fuel tank fill issue
- The Weekly Driver, 2020–2025 Highlander NHTSA complaint analysis (transmission cluster)
- Wheel-Size.com, 2023 Toyota Highlander OE fitments
- fueleconomy.gov, 2021 / 2023 Highlander EPA ratings