2012
Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Starts at:

$44,370

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Available trims

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4WD 4dr (Natl)

Starts at

$38,715

28 City / 28 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr Limited (SE)

Starts at

$44,370

28 City / 28 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr Limited (Natl)

Starts at

$44,370

28 City / 28 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4WD 4dr Limited (GS)

Starts at

$44,370

28 City / 28 Hwy

MPG

7

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric V6

Engine

Four Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Notable features

Four-cylinder or V-6

Front- or all-wheel drive

Rear climate controls

Split-folding third row

Available hybrid version

The good & the bad

The good

Gas mileage (Highlander Hybrid)

Versatile second-row seating

Responsive transmissions

Comfortable front seats

Easy-folding rear seats

The bad

Mushy brakes

Lackluster handling

Inconsistent cabin materials

Cramped third row

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Safety review

Based on the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 4/5
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

17.4%

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

17.4%

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

Roadside Assistance

2 years / 25,000 miles

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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Most recent

By Matt AVLNC from Asheville, NC

Owns this car

March 6, 2024

MOST reliable mid-sized SUV for the past 12 years

We have owned our 2012 Highlander Hybrid Limited for almost 12 years now. It consistently gets 28 mpg, which is STILL (12 years later) impressive for a mid-sized SUV. The car has taken us all over the US as a military family and has never disappointed. We now are living in WNC with lots of winding roads and the Highlander,

although not a Porshe, Tesla, or Subaru WRX, performs amazingly well in turns. I would say that the only thing that is a slight negative are the two 3rd row seats: they are fine for a short drive or for small kids (under 70 lbs), but not made for adults or teenagers. We have only done regular maintenance (regular oil changes, tire changes about every 40k miles, and wiper blades about the same interval) to the vehicle and changed out the windshield once due to a rock thrown from a dump truck. This is an excellent vehicle and one of the most reliable gas or hybrid vehicles on the market today. I would not hesitate to buy another Highlander Hybrid.

Purchased a New car
Used for Transporting family
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 4.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By jerseyhigh from bernards, NJ

Owns this car

June 29, 2020

Best DEAL in and out for years to come

Great resale value. This car lasts for a lot of miles upto 300k easily. Drives great and save on gas too. I would buy this SUV again and again

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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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is available in 2 trim levels:

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Limited (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers up to 28 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 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners.

Is the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. 95.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5

Based on 22 reviews

Comfort: 4.9
Interior: 4.8
Performance: 4.6
Value: 4.4
Exterior: 4.7
Reliability: 4.9

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