What Changed

The Highlander receives a number of mid-cycle updates for 2011. Updates to the exterior styling include new front-end styling and updated wheels. Gas and Hybrid models each receive their own distinct front-end styling. Toyota has increased the availability of the 2.7l four-cylinder engine and Highlander Hybrid models now include a more powerful 3.5l gas engine.

Comparison to Prior Model

2011 Toyota Highlander 2010 Toyota Highlander
2011 Toyota Highlander 2010 Toyota Highlander
Price Range ($) $28,090 - $43,795 $25,855 - $41,220
Length (in) 188.4 188.4
Wheelbase (in) 109.8 109.8
Width (in) 75.2 75.2
Height (in) 68.1 69.3
Track (in) 64.0 64.0
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 475.2 483.6
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3946-4762 3847-4641
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)
  • 3.5l V6 (270-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 HEV (280-bhp)
  • 2.7l I4 (187-bhp)
  • 3.3l V6 HEV (209-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 (270-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A6, CVT A5, A6, CVT
City MPG 17-28 17-27
Highway MPG 22-28 23-27
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