Toyota HIGHLANDER BROCHURE 2011 User manual

Highlander2011

MODEL CHOICES
HIGHLANDER
HIGHLANDER SE
HIGHLANDER LIMITED
HIGHLANDER HYBRID
HIGHLANDER HYBRID LIMITED
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Every time you start off on a
journey, whether it’s a quiet
weekend away or a quick trip
around town, rest assured —
we’re with you every step
of the way. For more than
50 years, Toyota engineering
has created more than just
durable vehicles. It’s created
enduring memories.
Am I the Highlander type? Here’s how you can tell. Are you
looking for a vehicle that holds not just passengers, but also your
attention? One that appeals to all your senses, and not just your
common sense? Then Toyota Highlander is for you. With seating for
up to seven, a versatile 95.4 cubic feet of cargo room1and remarkable
fuel economy, Highlander does provide all the practical things a family
needs. But it also offers sculpted sheet metal, a sophisticated interior,
an available 270-hp V6 engine and a long list of standard creature
comforts. Admit it
— those are the sorts of extras you were hoping to
have. Maybe you can’t always get what you want. But this sure looks
like an exception. The 2011 Toyota Highlander. Moving Forward.
1. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.

Limited shown in Classic Silver Metallic with available accessory roof rail cross bars.

SE shown in Nautical Blue Metallic with available accessory roof rail cross bars. Hybrid Limited shown in Predawn Gray Mica.
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Is there more than one Highlander?
Yes — Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, each with its own distinct styling. But the
choices don’t stop there. Highlander is also available with either 2- or 4-Wheel Drive,
and a 4- or 6-cylinder engine. There’s only a single Highlander philosophy, however.
Not that you’ll mind — practicality seldom looks this good.

Limited interior shown in Sand Beige perforated leather with available voice-activated touch-screen navigation system.
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1. See footnote 27 in Disclaimers section.

Can it make my drive more enjoyable?
Absolutely. Toyota knows you’re going to spend a lot of time behind the wheel, so we
had our engineers do the same. They logged countless hours in the Highlander, and the
result is a remarkable driving experience. Every facet of the vehicle has been refined,
from the technology at the driver’s fingertips to the entertainment options available to
second- and third-row passengers. It truly seems like our engineers thought of every-
thing...except a compelling reason to get out.
Passengers can enjoy themselves by watching movies or playing
games on the available rear-seat DVD entertainment system,
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its 9-in. display. Better yet, they can listen on wireless headphones.
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Not that they’re the only ones who get to relax. On Highlander Limited
and Hybrid Limited models, the driver can extend the cushion on the
perforated leather-trimmed driver’s seat with the push of a button.
Nothing like a little extra thigh support to help you be more comfortable.
And, in turn, more focused.
A great deal of attention was paid to the size, shape and placement
of buttons, knobs and switches, making Highlander’s controls easy
to find and use.Highlander Limited’s and Hybrid Limited’s Smart Key
System1with Push Button Start is a case in point. The available
backup camera2also makes life a little easier, displaying what it sees
behind you on the available dash-mounted Multi-Information Display
or available navigation screen.
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1. See footnote 30 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 28 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 27 in Disclaimers section. 4. Available on Highlander Limited, Hybrid and Hybrid Limited models only. 5. See footnote 6 in Disclaimers section.

1. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
LONGEVITY FACT: Unlike a conventional hydraulic power
steering system, Highlander’s Electric Power Steering does
not require a vane pump, pulley or power steering fluid.
So there’s less to maintain over time.
How versatile is Highlander?
It can seat one, or as many as seven. It can carry anything from a few grocery bags to
95.4 cubic feet of cargo.
1All sorts of bulky items fit inside easily, since you can fold both
the second- and third-row seats flat from the rear cargo area. And thanks to stadium
seating, each row of seats sits higher than the row in front of it, enhancing the sense of
space for those in back. Really, when you think about it, it’s not just the seats that have
been elevated. It’s the whole concept of versatility.
Three-zone automatic climate control
With Highlander Limited’s and Hybrid Limited’s three-zone automatic
climate control system with air filter, nobody has to be too hot or
too cold. It offers dual zone climate control in the front, a separate
second-row control panel, and rear vents for the second- and third-row
seats, so you can really optimize the temperatures inside the cabin.
Center Stow™ system
This innovative feature adds to Highlander’s incredible versatility.
Beneath the center console, there’s a Center Stow™seat that you
can pull out, lock in place between the second-row captain’s chairs
and fold open. Remove it, and you’ve made a walk-through to the
third row. Or replace it with the Center Stow™console to hold drinks
and smaller items.
Highlander now comes standard
with a 50/50 split third-row seat.
It’s a great help in a number of
situations, such as when you
want to carry six people plus
some long and unwieldy cargo.
Also available is easy-clean fabric
on all three rows of seats.
SE interior shown in Ash leather.

With Highlander’s available
power liftgate, there are now two
ways to get to all that space in
the back of the vehicle. Got small
items to load? You can open just
the lift-up glass hatch. Got some
buy-in-bulk purchases? You can
open the whole liftgate. Open
either without inserting a key.
Want to make eye contact with
those in the second- and third-
row seats? Above the rearview
mirror, there’s a conversation
mirror that comes standard on
all Highlander models. It doubles
as a handy storage compartment
for sunglasses.
SEATING FOR UP TO SEVEN
It’s made possible by Highlander’s third-row seat.
And comfort doesn’t have to take a backseat to
capacity. The second-row seat reclines and slides
backward, and features armrests on the outboard
seats. Plus it folds and slides forward to make
access to the third row that much easier.
CARGO CAPACITY
Available second-row-seat one-touch fold-flat
levers make it easy to configure Highlander for
cargo-carrying duty. Open the liftgate, pull the
levers located in the cargo area, and the second-
row seat folds flat on its own.
SEATING ARRANGEMENTS INCLUDE:
7-passenger with second-row Center Stow™seat
6-passenger with second-row captain’s chairs and Center Stow™console
6-passenger with second-row captain’s chairs and walk-through
5-passenger with third-row seat folded
2-passenger with second- and third-row seats folded
SE interior shown in Ash leather.

SE shown in Sizzling Crimson Mica.

How well does Highlander perform?
Impressive engineering is something you come to expect with Highlander. But you’ll
notice it most when you’re on freeway on-ramps and when you’re at the gas station.
That’s because Highlander uses an extraordinary technology known as Dual Variable
Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) to provide the ideal combination of power, efficiency
and reduced emissions. Now, that’s the kind of performance you can appreciate even
when you’re not on the road.
2.7-liter 4-cylinder
Highlander’s fuel-efficient 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine uses Dual VVT-i
to help make the most of its 187 hp and 186 lb.-ft. of torque, giving you
responsive power. Coupled with a 6-speed Electronically Controlled
automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i), this engine allows
Highlander to get an EPA-estimated 25 highway mpg rating.
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3.5-liter V6
An available 24-valve V6 engine uses a Double Overhead Cam (DOHC)
and Dual VVT-i to deliver 270 hp and 248 lb.-ft. of torque with an
EPA-estimated 24 highway mpg rating.
2Yet Highlander still manages
to achieve an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) rating.
1. 2011 EPA-estimated mileage for Highlander 4-cylinder 2WD models. Actual mileage will vary. 2. 2011 EPA-estimated mileage for Highlander V6 2WD models. Actual mileage will vary.
Both Highlander’s 2.7-liter
4-cylinder and its available
3.5-liter V6 incorporate Dual
Variable Valve Timing with
intelligence (VVT-i). Dual VVT-i
precisely times the opening and
closing of the engine’s intake
and exhaust valves to maximize
power while reducing its fuel
consumption.
Highlander shown in Magnetic Gray Metallic with available Tech Package.

Hybrid Limited shown in Shoreline Blue Pearl.
What’s Highlander Hybrid?
Eco-conscious? Absolutely. With its three modes of power, Hybrid Synergy Drive®makes
Highlander Hybrid highly fuel-efficient, while producing extremely low emissions.Yet it’s
just as powerful and responsive as the non-hybrid V6. So, what’s Highlander Hybrid?
Easy: the ultimate no-compromise SUV.
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What does Hybrid Synergy Drive® do?
This advanced technology powers Toyota’s Highlander Hybrid in different ways: some-
times with the gas engine, sometimes with electric motors, sometimes with both. The
result is an EPA-estimated 28 city/highway mpg rating,
1plus an impressive 280 net hp.
It also makes this a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV). Hybrid
Synergy Drive.
®It doesn’t merely move Highlander Hybrid forward. It
moves the whole automotive industry forward.
LONGEVITY FACT: Toyota has more hybrids on the road than
all other manufacturers combined.
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Energy monitor
Highlander Hybrid’s instrumentation panel tells you more than just your
speed. It tells you the mode you’re driving in and lets you see how
economically you’re driving, as Hybrid Synergy Drive®employs the
most efficient source of power. That’s a smart way to go.
EV mode2, 3
EV mode is intended for instances when you’re driving at very low speeds
for short distances — inching your way out of a crowded underground
parking garage, for example. When EV mode is available, Highlander
Hybrid uses one of its electric motors. In EV mode, Highlander saves
fuel, reduces noise and cuts emissions — since it’s not using its gasoline
engine at all.
ECON mode
To help Highlander Hybrid operate economically in normal driving
situations, there’s ECON mode. Press the ECON button, then press
down on the accelerator: Engine throttle response is modified, which
helps reduce fuel consumption. ECON mode can also help when
accelerating in low-traction situations like on snow-covered roads.
1. See footnote 21 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 13 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 14 in Disclaimers section. 4. Based on R. L. Polk & Co. U.S. Vehicles In Operation as of January 1, 2010.
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Hybrid Limited shown in Shoreline Blue Pearl.
Starting From initial light or
moderate acceleration to low
speeds, Highlander Hybrid is
powered solely by the high-
torque electric motors.
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Normal Running In normal
driving conditions, Highlander
Hybrid runs on the gasoline
engine and is assisted by the
electric motors as needed.
Full Acceleration During heavy
acceleration, the gasoline engine
is used while the battery supplies
increased drive power to the
electric motors.
Deceleration/Braking When
slowing, the gasoline engine begins
to shut off and the electric motors
convert momentum into electricity,
storing it in the HV battery.
Stopping When Highlander Hybrid
comes to a stop, its gasoline engine
shuts off to conserve fuel and
reduce emissions.
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1. Gasoline engine utilized for acceleration on cold starts and full acceleration. 2. The preceding is based on a “likely scenario” for optimal driving conditions.

SE shown in Magnetic Gray Metallic.
What is the Star Safety System™?
Toyota’s Star Safety SystemTM is a combination of five advanced safety features. The Star
Safety SystemTM in Highlander includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC),
2Traction
Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
and Brake Assist (BA).
3Best of all, these features come standard on Highlander. Because
everyone deserves to be safe.
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
Differences in grip — asphalt under the left-side tires, slick snow under
the right, for example — can affect brake response. Enhanced VSC
works with the Electric Power Steering (EPS) to respond automatically
to differences in left-right brake force and help the driver counteract
pull with minimal effort.
Traction Control (TRAC)
Using Highlander’s advanced braking technologies, TRAC is a traction
control system that helps control wheelspin when starting or accelerating
on a slippery surface. TRAC is supplemented by the Enhanced VSC’s
steering torque-assist control to help maintain appropriate driving force
during straight-line acceleration and offset left-right pull.
ABS, EBD and BA
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) that’s standard on Highlander is an
important element of its active safety capability. Brake Assist (BA) is
designed to detect whether the driver is attempting a panic stop, and if so,
applies increased braking power. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
works with ABS and BA to optimize the distribution and amount of brake
force between the front and rear wheels, based on driving conditions and
vehicle load. When braking during cornering, EBD also distributes brake
force between the left and right wheels to help maintain vehicle control.
Highlander is equipped with a wide array of safety features. There
are active technologies, such as those in the Star Safety System.
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And passive safety features, such as seven airbags1and advanced
seatbelt and headrest systems. Many approaches, one objective:
helping you breathe easier.
1. See footnote 36 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 34 in Disclaimers section. 3. See footnote 16 in Disclaimers section.

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Photo not intended to replicate actual inflated airbags.
1. See footnote 36 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 37 in Disclaimers section.
Front seat-mounted side
airbags help provide protection
to the driver and front passenger
in the event of certain types of
severe side-impact collisions.
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The front seats also incorporate
active headrests,
2which move
up and forward, helping to reduce
the severity of whiplash injuries to
the driver and front passenger in
the event of certain lower-speed
rear-end collisions.
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Roll-Sensing side Curtain
Airbags (RSCA) help provide
protection for all rows of seats in
certain types of side collisions
and in the event of a roll.
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LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children) includes
lower anchors and tethers on all
outboard second-row seats.
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Highlander comes standard with
an Advanced Airbag System1
that includes both driver and front
passenger airbags. A knee airbag
further enhances protection for
the driver.
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Limited shown in Classic Silver Metallic with available accessory roof rail cross bars and exhaust tip.

How does Highlander define safety?
Broadly. Highlander is well-equipped with what people commonly think of as safety
features: airbags,
1seatbelts and other equipment that helps when the unforeseen
proves unavoidable. However, it also offers numerous features that you might not have
considered but which can prove useful in helping to keep you and your passengers out
of harm’s way. Take a look.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
SYSTEM (TPMS)4
TPMS evaluates the pressure
of the tires. When pressure is
critically low, the monitor issues
a warning, allowing the driver
to address concerns.
PET SAFETY
Ask your Toyota dealer about
the wide range of available pet
safety accessories. They are
designed to help you transport
pets in comfort and security.
1. See footnote 36 in Disclaimers section. 2. See footnote 39 in Disclaimers section. 3. 4WD models only. 4. See footnote 38 in Disclaimers section. 5. See footnote 35 in Disclaimers section.
HILL START ASSIST CONTROL (HAC)2
DOWNHILL ASSIST CONTROL (DAC)2, 3
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward from a standing
start on an incline. When activated, the feature holds the brakes for
approximately three seconds as the driver switches from the brake pedal
to the accelerator. In a similar fashion, available DAC automatically
modulates the brakes to help provide a slow, controlled descent on
steep declines. This helps reduce wheel lockup, preserving the driver’s
ability to steer and potentially avoid a collision.
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4-WHEEL DRIVE. ALL-WEATHER CONFIDENCE.
Toyota engineering has always been about making you feel confident
behind the wheel. Which is why Highlander offers traction and safety
engineering systems that include an available full-time 4WD system.
Highlander Hybrid gives you a similar sense of security with Electronic
On-Demand 4WD with intelligence (4WD-i).
SMART STOP TECHNOLOGY5
Standard on all models, Smart
Stop Technology is designed
to reduce engine power when
the brake is firmly applied,
helping to bring the vehicle to
a stop even if the accelerator
pedal is fully depressed.

What else does Highlander offer?
A wide range of Genuine Toyota accessories is available for your Highlander. Considering
how appealing the vehicle is to begin with, you might just think of these as the icing
on the cake. True, they do add the perfect finishing touches to your Highlander. But
it’s also nice to know that they’re built to the same high standards as Highlander itself.
Some accessories may not be available in all regions of the country. See your Toyota
dealer for details.
All-weather cargo mat
Ashtray kit
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Ball mount kit
BLU Logic®Hands Free System1
Body side moldings
Cargo mat
Cargo mat (hybrid models)
Cargo net – envelope
Cargo net – spider
Cargo organizer
Cargo tote
Carpet floor mats
Carpet floor mats (hybrid models)
Door edge guards2
Emergency assistance kit
Exhaust tip
First aid kit
Hood protector
Hybrid Synergy Drive®
window sticker
Auto-dimming rearview mirror All-weather cargo mat
Interface kit3for iPod®4
Mudguards
Paint protection film
Rear-seat entertainment2
Remote Engine Starter
Roof rack cross bars
Running boards
Tonneau cover
Towing hitch kit
Towing wire harness
Trailer ball
TRD air filter
TRD oil cap
TRD oil filter
Vehicle Intrusion Protection (VIP)
RS3200 Plus Security System with
Glass Breakage Sensor (GBS)5
Wheel locks
Wireless headphones6
XM®Radio7
Tonneau cover Cargo net — envelope Towing hitch kit
Exhaust tip Running boards
See numbered footnotes in Disclaimers section.

Highlander fabric in Ash
or Sand Beige
Highlander available/
Hybrid standard easy-
clean fabric in Ash or
Sand Beige
Hybrid available/SE
standard leather in Black
Hybrid available/SE
standard leather in Ash
Hybrid available/SE
standard leather in
Sand Beige
Limited and Hybrid
Limited perforated
leather in Black
Limited and Hybrid
Limited perforated
leather in Ash
Limited and Hybrid
Limited perforated
leather in Sand Beige
How many colors does it come in?
Highlander is available in ten exterior colors and seven interior colors. Many choices,
certainly. But Highlander has been painstakingly engineered to offer quality and versatility,
so you really can’t go wrong with any of them.
See numbered footnotes in Disclaimers section.
WHEELS
1 Highlander, SE and Hybrid
17-in. 7-spoke alloy wheel
2 Limited 19-in. 5-spoke
alloy wheel
3 Hybrid available and
Hybrid Limited standard 19-in.
10-spoke alloy wheel
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CLASSIC SILVER METALLIC
Black8or Ash interior
BLIZZARD PEARL11
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
BLACK
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
SIZZLING CRIMSON MICA
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
NAUTICAL BLUE METALLIC9
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
SANDY BEACH METALLIC9
Black8or Sand Beige interior
SHORELINE BLUE PEARL
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
PREDAWN GRAY MICA10
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
CYPRESS PEARL9
Black,
8 Ash or Sand Beige interior
MAGNETIC GRAY METALLIC9
Black8 or Ash interior

Specifications
See numbered footnotes in Disclaimers section.
MECHANICAL AND PERFORMANCE HIGHLANDER SE LIMITED HYBRID HYBRID LIMITED
Gasoline engine — 2.7-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 16-Valve
4-Cylinder with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i);
187 hp @ 5800 rpm, 186 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm Standard Standard NA NA NA
Gasoline engine — 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6
with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i);
270 hp @ 6200 rpm, 248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm Available Available Standard NA NA
Hybrid engine — 3.5-Liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 24-Valve V6
with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) NA NA NA Standard Standard
EMISSION RATING
Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) Standard Standard Standard NA NA
Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV)12 NA NA NA Standard Standard
Evaporative emission certification — zero evaporation NA NA NA Standard Standard
IGNITION SYSTEM
Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard
ELECTRIC MOTOR
Function: drive front wheels, regeneration during braking NA NA NA Standard Standard
Electric motor type: permanent magnet motor NA NA NA Standard Standard
REAR ELECTRIC MOTOR
Function: drive rear wheels, regeneration during braking NA NA NA Standard Standard
Motor type: permanent magnet motor NA NA NA Standard Standard
TRACTION BATTERY
Battery type: sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) NA NA NA Standard Standard
HYBRID SYSTEM NET POWER
280 hp (209 kW) NA NA NA Standard Standard
TRANSMISSION (gasoline models)
6-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with
intelligence (ECT-i), sequential shift mode and Snow Mode Standard Standard NA NA NA
5-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with
intelligence (ECT-i), sequential shift mode and Snow Mode Available Available Standard NA NA
TRANSMISSION (hybrid models)
Electronically Controlled continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
with ECON mode NA NA NA Standard Standard
EV mode13, 14 NA NA NA Standard Standard
DRIVETRAIN
Front-Wheel Drive Standard Standard Standard NA NA
Full-time 4WD system (V6 models only) Available Available Available NA NA
Electronic On-Demand 4WD with intelligence (4WD-i)15 NA NA NA Standard Standard
BODY CONSTRUCTION
Reinforced unitized body Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard
SUSPENSION
4-wheel independent MacPherson strut suspension with front and
rear stabilizer bars Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard
STEERING
Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard
Turning circle diameter, curb to curb (ft.) 38.7 38.7 38.7 38.7 38.7