Toyota Highlander Generation 1 (2001–2003)
Toyota Highlander Generation 1 (2001–2003) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Toyota Highlander — body generations
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
Engines used in the Highlander
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota 3.5L V6 (2GR) | 2008–2022 | 7 models | 182 |
| Toyota 2.5L I4 (A25A Dynamic Force) | 2020–2026 | 17 models | 64 |
| Toyota 2.4L I4 (2AZ-FE) | 2001–2026 | 20 models | 36 |
| Toyota 2.7L 4-cylinder | 2010–2019 | 7 models | 20 |
Toyota Highlander fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
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Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 | 136 | Visibility, Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes (Hydraulic) |
| 2002 | 2 | 327 | Visibility, Vehicle Speed Control, Structure |
| 2003 | 2 | 270 | Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine, Vehicle Speed Control |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
For sale right now
- 2001 Toyota Highlander STD — $6,800 · 113,000 mi · Carlisle, PA
- 2003 Toyota Highlander STD — $5,389 · 175,721 mi · Souderton, PA
- 2003 Toyota Highlander STD — $3,999 · 207,000 mi · East Landsdowne, PA