Toyota Highlander IV (XU70)
Built on the rigid TNGA-K platform, the fourth-generation Highlander delivers sharper driving dynamics, standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, available 12.3-inch dual multimedia displays, and class-leading hybrid efficiency.
Generation Quick Facts: The Toyota Highlander IV (XU70) was manufactured from 2020 – present (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 243 to 295 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 35.0 MPG combined (2.5L Hybrid AWD).
Power range
243–295 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.8 s
Best combined
35 MPG
Length
4.95 m
01Decision support
Which Highlander IV (XU70) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.5L Hybrid AWD
35.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 34% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Highlander IV (XU70).
Performance · quickest
3.5L V6 AWD
0–100 km/h in 6.8s · 295 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
2.4L Turbo AWD
265 hp · 24.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (1 hybrid · 2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.5L Hybrid AWDHybrid | 2.4L Turbo AWDPetrol | 3.5L V6 AWDPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | A25A-FXS HEV | T24A-FTS | 2GR-FKS |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.5L (2,487 cc) | 2.4L (2,393 cc) | 3.5L (3,456 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 243 hp / 181 kW | 265 hp / 198 kW | 295 hp / 220 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm / 229 lb-ft | 420 Nm / 310 lb-ft | 357 Nm / 263 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.2 s | 6.8 s |
| Top speed | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 180 km/h (112 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | e-CVT | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Combined | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 2,010 kg (4,431 lbs) | 1,985 kg (4,376 lbs) | 1,970 kg (4,343 lbs) |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2020-present | 2023-present | 2020-2022 |
03Then vs now
XU70 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. XU50 |
|---|---|
| Peak power | -11 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -0.2 s |
| Best combined MPG | +6 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +5 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the XU50, the XU70 is clearly more efficient, slightly detuned. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the XU50's typically lower asking prices.
View the XU50 spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,950 mm
194.9 in
Width
1,930 mm
76.0 in
Height
1,730 mm
68.1 in
Wheelbase
2,850 mm
112.2 in
Curb weight spans 1,970–2,010 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Highlander IV (XU70): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Toyota Highlander IV (XU70)?
The Toyota Highlander IV (XU70) lineup offers 1 hybrid · 2 petrol: 2.5L Hybrid AWD (243 hp), 2.4L Turbo AWD (265 hp), 3.5L V6 AWD (295 hp).
How quick is the Toyota Highlander IV (XU70) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 3.5L V6 AWD, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8s, reaching a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph) with the 2.5L Hybrid AWD.
What is the most fuel-efficient Toyota Highlander IV (XU70) trim?
The 2.5L Hybrid AWD delivers the highest fuel economy at 35.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 23–35 combined MPG.
How does the XU70 compare to the previous Toyota Highlander?
Against the XU50 predecessor it replaces, the XU70 is clearly more efficient, slightly detuned. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Toyota Highlander IV (XU70)?
The Toyota Highlander IV (XU70) was produced from 2020 – present, spanning the following model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Toyota Highlander IV (XU70)?
4950 mm long, 1930 mm wide, 1730 mm tall on a 2850 mm wheelbase (194.9 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Toyota HighlanderCertification data, 2020–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2020 Toyota Highlander, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Toyota official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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