2020–2025 XU70 (4th generation)
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern
Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x114.3. Lug nuts torque to 76 lb-ft.
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Quick answer
The 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander came with 2 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 235/65R18 (L, LE, XLE, Hybrid LE/XLE (18-in)) up. Check the table for your trim.
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander factory tire sizes
High confidence| Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| L, LE, XLE, Hybrid LE/XLE (18-in) | 235/65R18 | 36 psi | 106V |
| XSE, Limited, Platinum, Bronze Edition (20-in) | 235/55R20 | 36 psi | 102V |
2020–2025 Toyota Highlander bolt pattern and lug nut torque
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x114.3 |
| Lug nut torque | 76 lb-ft |
| Spare tire | Compact temporary spare under the cargo floor (including hybrid) |
Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after roughly 50 miles. Wheels seat as they are driven. An impact gun routinely overshoots the figure above by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.
Which Toyota Highlander model years does this cover?
These tire sizes 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 tire sizes: common questions
What size tires does a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander take?
- It varies by trim and wheel size, 2 factory fitments exist, from 235/65R18 up. Check the placard on the driver's door jamb for the size your specific vehicle left the factory with.
What is the bolt pattern on a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander?
- 5x114.3. That is the figure you need when shopping for aftermarket wheels; centre bore and offset still have to match separately.
What should the tire pressure be on a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander?
- 36 PSI front and rear, measured cold. The number moulded into the tire sidewall is the tire's maximum, not the vehicle's recommendation. Do not inflate to it.
What is the lug nut torque for a 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander?
- 76 lb-ft, tightened in a star pattern with a torque wrench. Impact guns routinely overshoot this by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.
Does the 2020–2025 Toyota Highlander come with a spare tire?
- Compact temporary spare under the cargo floor (including hybrid).
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