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2014-2019 Toyota Highlander MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 20–29 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2019. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2014-2019 Toyota Highlander at a glance
The 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander covers 6 model years in the EPA database (39 configurations in all), rated 20–29 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2019, costs about $2,260 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid LE Plus 3.5L 6-cyl AWD (29 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The best combined rating in the generation, 29 MPG, was reached in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
2014-2019 Toyota Highlander by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gas, Hybrid | 22–29 MPG | $2,260–$3,030 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas, Hybrid | 22–29 MPG | $2,260–$3,030 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas, Hybrid | 22–29 MPG | $2,260–$3,030 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–28 MPG | $2,320–$3,200 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–28 MPG | $2,320–$3,200 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–28 MPG | $2,320–$3,200 | First year |
What the 2019 LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$233
$2,800 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.67
Per 100 miles
$18.67
Five years
$14,000
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$970less a year
Class median $3,770 a year, MY2019
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Toyota Highlander MPG
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,260.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE/SE/LTD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,860 |
| LE | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,880 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,940 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,960 |
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,030 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 30 | 28 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,300 |
2018 Toyota Highlander MPG
22–29 MPG · $2,260–$3,030/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,260.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE/SE/LTD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,860 |
| LE | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,880 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,940 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,960 |
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,030 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 30 | 28 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,300 |
2017 Toyota Highlander MPG
22–29 MPG · $2,260–$3,030/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 29 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,320 to $2,260, $60 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE/XLE/SE/LTD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,860 |
| LE | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,880 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,940 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,960 |
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,030 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 30 | 28 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,300 |
2016 Toyota Highlander MPG
20–28 MPG · $2,320–$3,200/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,320.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,130 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 28 | 28 | 28 | $2,320 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 27 | 28 | 28 | $2,370 |
2015 Toyota Highlander MPG
20–28 MPG · $2,320–$3,200/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,320.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,130 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 28 | 28 | 28 | $2,320 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 27 | 28 | 28 | $2,360 |
2014 Toyota Highlander MPG
20–28 MPG · $2,320–$3,200/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander 2.7L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Highlander 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE Plus (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 28 | 28 | 28 | $2,320 |
| Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 27 | 28 | 28 | $2,360 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD: $3,810 in California and $2,450 in Texas, a $1,360 difference.
- California $3,810
- Washington $3,530
- New York $2,800
- Florida $2,650
- Texas $2,450
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2019 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2001-2007 (XU20)
- 2008-2013 (XU40)
- 2014-2019 (XU50)
- 2020-2026 (XU70)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander get?
EPA rates the 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander at 20–29 MPG combined across 39 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2019 Hybrid LE Plus 3.5L 6-cyl AWD, is rated 29 MPG (30 city, 28 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 20–23 MPG; Hybrid: 28–29 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander?
The Hybrid LE Plus 3.5L 6-cyl AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 29 MPG, in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2014, 2015 and 2016.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
How does the 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2008-2013 Toyota Highlander) is rated 19–28 MPG combined and costs $2,360–$3,470 a year to fuel; the 2014-2019 model is rated 20–29 MPG and costs $2,260–$3,200 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Toyota Highlander per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs about $2,800 a year. Across all 8 configurations the cost runs $2,260–$3,030 a year. That is a $770 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2019 Toyota Highlander 100 miles?
About $18.67 per 100 miles for the LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.07 and $20.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2019 Toyota Highlander compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs about $2,800 a year to fuel, $970 less than the class median of $3,770, and less than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 151 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2019, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2019 Toyota Highlander hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid LE Plus 3.5L 6-cyl AWD) is rated 29 MPG against 23 MPG for the best gas version (LE/XLE/SE/LTD 3.5L 6-cyl FWD), 6 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $2,260 versus $2,800 a year, a saving of $540.
Is the 2019 Toyota Highlander different from the 2018 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,260. EPA lists 8 configurations for 2019 against 8 configurations for 2018. See the 2018 Toyota Highlander for that year.