What Changed

The Highlander adds a new four-cylinder base model. A 2.7L four cylinder rated at 187-bhp and 186 lb-ft of torque is mated to a six-speed automatic.

Comparison to Prior Model

2009 Toyota Highlander 2008 Toyota Highlander
2009 Toyota Highlander 2008 Toyota Highlander
Price Range ($) $25,705 - $41,020 $27,300 - $39,950
Length (in) 188.4 188.4
Wheelbase (in) 109.8 109.8
Width (in) 75.2 75.2
Height (in) 69.3 69.3
Track (in) 64.0 64.0
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 483.6 483.6
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3847-4508 3979-4508
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 81.5 (First 2 rows)
  • 111.4
  • 81.5 (First 2 rows)
  • 111.4
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 113.5 (First 2 rows)
  • 148.0
  • 113.5 (First 2 rows)
  • 148.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 42.3 (Behind row 2)
  • 10.3
  • 42.3 (Behind row 2)
  • 10.3
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 2.7l I4 (187-bhp)
  • 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 (270-bhp)
  • 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 (270-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A6, CVT A5, CVT
City MPG 17-27 17-27
Highway MPG 23-27 23-25
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