2018
Toyota Highlander Hybrid

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$48,480
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Available trims

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  • Hybrid LE V6 AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $36,870
    30 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid LE V6 AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $36,870
    30 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid LE V6 AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $36,870
    30 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid XLE V6 AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $41,930
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid XLE V6 AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $41,930
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid XLE V6 AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $41,930
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited V6 AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $45,360
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited V6 AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $45,360
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited V6 AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $45,360
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited Platinum V6 AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $48,480
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited Platinum V6 AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $48,480
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Hybrid Limited Platinum V6 AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $48,480
    29 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Seats up to eight in three rows
Four-cylinder or V-6 engine
Front- or all-wheel drive
Eight-speed automatic available
Automatic emergency braking standard
Hybrid version available

The good & the bad

The good

Handling
V-6 gas mileage
Consistent cabin quality in first and second rows
Handy dashboard device tray
Huge storage bin between front seats

The bad

Sluggish acceleration from a stop (V-6)
Firm, busy ride
Vague steering feel
Whistling sound at highway speeds
Small third row
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

94% of drivers recommend this car
5.0 / 5
Based on 37 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.9
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 5.0

Most recent

  • By Al Dean from Cornstalk, Nebraska
    Owns this car
    May 10, 2021

    One of the best mid-sized suv hybrids available

    Seats are not as comfortable as we expected, especially for long trips. Everything else met or exceeded our expectations. Love the three row seating, quiet ride, very good gas mileage for a mid-sized suv...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Georgia, girl from Cullman al
    Owns this car
    March 18, 2021

    Great! Gas mileage, an very reliable., nice ride..

    Yes, the room the car has an a comfortable the ride in long distance rides., has enough room to ride six people like the body style, also..
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MonteK from Bergen county NJ
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2020

    The best SUV

    Fantastic SUV hybrid electric motor offers quick acceleration and great gas mileage high end interior looks like a Lexus not a Toyota smooth drive J B L sound system lots of interior room great visibility when driving my wife likes it better than her BMW 535i it has AWDrive
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Gary Mac from Woodbury, MN
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2020

    We Love Our Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited

    Our new Highlander is our 3rd model and the second we bought through Cars.com. Besides it’s comfort, generous space, good looks and power, the cars safety and convenience technology are fabulous. I’ll never drive a car again with out these safety features .
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Michelle N from Brooklyn Park, MN
    Test drove this car
    December 9, 2019

    A Great Ride!

    I loved the car so much I bought it! Frank was attentive and made sure the vehicle was in good shape. I am so grateful I test drove the Highlander Hybrid!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By Michelle N from Brooklyn Park, MN
    Owns this car
    December 9, 2019

    I LOVE my Highlander Hybrid

    This car is fantastic. Remote entry, AWD, hybrid and the tires are excellent. It's a smooth ride and my kids think it's pretty cool too!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Aleksandr from Fair Oaks, CA
    Owns this car
    February 28, 2019

    Most reliable car I’ve owned

    This car very comfortable and very economic. I love 3 Rows seating because I have big family. I know Toyota is safety and reliable. I recommend Highlander to my friends.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Martin M from Union city ca
    Owns this car
    November 24, 2018

    Good service

    Ecellent. No regret. Except Toyota Entune is suck I preger Apple car play. Comfort an quiet. Great style Reliabile and save gas. I can keep this car for many years
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Travelers from Goldsboro, NC
    Owns this car
    October 26, 2018

    Safest/most comfortable vehicle we have ever owned

    This vehicle is absolutely the perfect fit for us! It has a roomy second row and the most spacious third row we saw! The interior meets the needs for a family vehicle yet is rugged enough for an expedition!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Nona Rose from Keenesburg Colorado
    Owns this car
    October 6, 2018

    The safety feature are amazing. You owe it to your

    This car is all I wanted and more if you have checked it out you really should check and see once you've drove it you will fall in Love with it its a pleasure to drive with the safety you want.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Paul & Mary from Hudson Fl
    Test drove this car
    September 14, 2018

    right now the best I have ever owned

    Qiute and solid Built and we are saving money on our Insurance an added Bonus We love this new Highlander. Our next one will load her up
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By Clintosaurus from Oakland, CA
    Owns this car
    September 11, 2018

    Best SUV ever!

    We needed a car to tow our 16 foot Airstream that also got good gas mileage. Not only that, it has all the new tech that protects me and my family. It has seating for eight, and storage to spare. My family is very happy with our new Highlander.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Hybrid LE (3 styles)
  • Hybrid Limited (3 styles)
  • Hybrid Limited Platinum (3 styles)
  • Hybrid XLE (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers up to 30 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

The 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners.

Is the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. 94.6% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5
Based on 37 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 5.0

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