The 2019 Toyota Highlander has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 471 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

471

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 471 owners have filed complaints about the 2019 Toyota Highlander. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train158

02Unknown Or Other50

03Fuel/propulsion System48

04Electrical System19

05Fuel System, Gasoline16

471 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Highlander Fuel Economy

22–29mpg combined

19-30city

24-28hwy

$2,350-$3,050/yr

Across 8 configurations, the 2019 Toyota Highlander returns 22–29 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Highlander Hybrid AWD LE Plus - Automatic (AV-S6)

29mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

30 city28 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average

Highlander Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)

28mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

29 city27 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average

Highlander - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Highlander AWD LE - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Highlander LE/XLE/SE/LTD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Highlander - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

2.7L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Highlander AWD - Automatic (S8)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Toyota Highlander

38States

23%in top 3

9% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

8139%

CACalifornia

6657%

FLFlorida

5937%

PAPennsylvania

4445%

DCWashington DC

3814%

NYNew York

3734%

GAGeorgia

3063%

MDMaryland

3023%

DEDelaware

2993%

MNMinnesota

2993%

ILIllinois

2953%

NCNorth Carolina

2923%

WAWashington

2873%

NJNew Jersey

2803%

OROregon

2393%

MOMissouri

2283%

NHNew Hampshire

2243%

COColorado

2042%

AZArizona

2002%

MAMassachusetts

1812%

MI155

IN154

OK151

TN145

UT138

OH111

RI110

WI102

AL93

KY81

NV67

CT67

ME57

VA52

ID49

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Toyota Highlander?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Toyota Highlander a good car to buy?

The 2019 Toyota Highlander has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report power train as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Toyota Highlander?

You'll get between 22 and 29 MPG combined from the 2019 Toyota Highlander, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2019 Toyota Highlander?

Out of 471 owner complaints, power train issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.