2012 Toyota Highlander Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2012 Toyota Highlander lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Highlander

	1 of 5 Highlander Sport Utility 4D	2 of 5 Highlander SE Sport Utility 4D	3 of 5 Highlander Limited Sport Utility 4D	4 of 5 Highlander Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4D	5 of 5 Highlander Hybrid Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price	$11,106	$11,905	$12,854	$13,178	$13,815
Fuel Economy	City 17/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG	City 17/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG	City 17/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG	City 28/Hwy 28/Comb 28 MPG	City 28/Hwy 28/Comb 28 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Hybrid	Hybrid
Horsepower	270 @ 6200 RPM	270 @ 6200 RPM	270 @ 6200 RPM	280 @ 5800 RPM	280 @ 5800 RPM
Seating	7	7	7	7	7
Cargo Volume	95.40 cu ft	95.40 cu ft	95.40 cu ft	94.10 cu ft	94.10 cu ft
Dimensions	188.4" L x 75.2" W x 68.1" H	188.4" L x 75.2" W x 69.3" H	188.4" L x 75.2" W x 69.3" H	188.8" L x 75.2" W x 69.3" H	188.8" L x 75.2" W x 69.3" H
Engine	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, 3.5 Liter	V6, Hybrid, 3.5 Liter	V6, Hybrid, 3.5 Liter
Configurations	V	V	V	V	V
Towing Capacity	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	3,500 lbs	3,500 lbs

Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Navigation System	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Hands Free Phone	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Heated Windshield	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional

Torque

248 @ 6200 RPM

215 @ 5800 RPM

Third Row Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Leather Seats	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available

Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Privacy Glass	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Optional

Standard

Optional

Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Descent Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4266 pounds	4266 pounds	4464 pounds	4762 pounds	4641 pounds
EPA Total Interior	156 cubic feet	156 cubic feet	156 cubic feet	155.7 cubic feet	155.7 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gallons	19.2 gallons	19.2 gallons	17.2 gallons	17.2 gallons
Front Head Room	40.6 inches	39.7 inches	39.7 inches	39.7 inches	40.6 inches
Front Leg Room	43.2 inches	43.2 inches	43.2 inches	43.2 inches	43.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8 inches	8 inches	8 inches	8 inches	8 inches
Overall Length	188.4 inches	188.4 inches	188.4 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches
Payload Capacity	1734 pounds	1734 pounds	1536 pounds	1388 pounds	1509 pounds
Front Shoulder Room	59.7 inches	59.7 inches	59.7 inches	59.7 inches	59.7 inches
Turning Diameter	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet	38.7 feet
Wheel Base	109.8 inches	109.8 inches	109.8 inches	109.8 inches	109.8 inches
Width with mirrors	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	75.2 inches	75.2 inches

FAQs

Is the Toyota Highlander a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2012 Highlander feature a 6 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Highlander specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.

Does the 2012 Toyota Highlander have a turbo?

No, the 2012 Highlander does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Highlander specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.

What features does a 2012 Highlander have?

2012 Toyota Highlander features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2012 Highlander trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2012 Highlander have?

The 2012 Highlander ranges in power from the Sport Utility 4D with 270 horsepower to the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 280 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Highlander specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.

Is the Toyota Highlander underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2012 Highlander ranges in power from the Sport Utility 4D with 270 horsepower to the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 280 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Highlander specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.

Is the Toyota Highlander fuel efficient?

The 2012 Highlander comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the Sport Utility 4D which gets 19 MPG, with 17 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2012 Highlander specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Toyota Highlander specs page.