2001 Toyota Highlander

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2001 Toyota Highlander is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Displacement	2.4 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Highway	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.

04V181000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE A CHILD PROTECTION LOCK (CPL) SYSTEM ON BOTH OF THE REAR SIDE DOORS. WHEN AN OPERATOR OF THE VEHICLE CLOSES THE DOOR VERY HARD WITH THE CPL LEVER SET TO THE LOCK POSITION, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE LEVER MAY CONTACT THE BODY PANEL, CAUSING THE CPL LEVER TO MOVE INTO THE UNLOCK POSITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL SHORTEN THE CPL LEVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Reported April 15, 2004. View on NHTSA
02V208000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
ON SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THERE IS A BREATHER HOSE THAT ATTACHES TO THE NOZZLE OF THE ON-BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) VALVE, WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE TOPSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. THE BREATHER HOSE IS ATTACHED WITH A CLAMP, WHOSE "TABS" FACE IN THE UPWARD DIRECTION. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CRASHED UNDER THE NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (NCAP) TEST (I.E., 35 MPH FRONTAL BARRIER CRASH), THE…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ROTATE THE SPECIFIED CLAMP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME…
Reported July 30, 2002. View on NHTSA
01V228000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTIITY VEHICLES. THE RESERVOIR FILLER CAP OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY INDUCE A VACUUM, INTRODUCING SOME AIR INTO THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR. THIS COULD CAUSE ABNORMAL BRAKE NOISE AND INCREASED PEDAL STROKE WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL BLEED THE AIR FROM THE BRAKE LINES AND REPLACE THE RESERVOIR FILLER CAP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 30, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE…
Reported July 5, 2001. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 18, 2026

Data verified: October 19, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2001 Toyota Highlander have?

Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Toyota Highlander?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2001 Toyota Highlander front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2001 Toyota Highlander?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.