2001 Toyota Highlander (1st Gen 2001 - 2007)

2001 Toyota Highlander (1st Gen 2001 – 2007)

$2,750

2001 Toyota Highlander Commanding the Road

The 2001 Toyota Highlanderhelped pioneer the mid-size crossover segment, offering the space and utility of an SUV combined with the comfort, fuel efficiency, and driving dynamics of a car-based platform.

The 2001 Toyota Highlander was the first model year for this mid-size crossover SUV. Some key details:

Exterior Design:

Smooth, rounded body styling with a car-like appearance
Dual-beam headlights and large grille
Flared fenders and wheel arches
Available in both 2-row and 3-row seating configurations

Interior Design:

Spacious and comfortable cabin
Seating for up to 7 passengers
Cloth upholstery standard, with leather optional
60/40 split-folding second-row seats
Available third-row seat on some models
Generous cargo space behind the rear seats

Powertrain:

2.4L 4-cylinder engine producing 155 hp
Optional 3.0L V6 engine producing 220 hp
4-speed automatic transmission
Front-wheel drive standard, all-wheel drive optional

Key Features:

Standard safety features like anti-lock brakes and dual front airbags
Available power driver’s seat, moonroof, and JBL premium audio
Cargo capacity ranging from 40 to 81 cubic feet
Towing capacity up to 3,500 lbs

trim levels for the 2001 Toyota Highlander

The 2001 Toyota Highlander was available in the following trim levels:

Base
V6
Limited

Here’s a quick overview of the key differences between the trims:

Base:

2.4L 4-cylinder engine
Standard front-wheel drive
16-inch steel wheels
Cloth upholstery
Power windows/locks/mirrors
AM/FM/CD audio system

V6:

3.0L V6 engine
Available all-wheel drive
16-inch alloy wheels
Dual-zone climate control
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Fold-flat second-row seats

Limited:

3.0L V6 engine
Standard all-wheel drive
17-inch alloy wheels
Leather-trimmed upholstery
Power driver’s seat
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Upgraded JBL audio system

The Base model was the entry-level trim, equipped with the 4-cylinder engine and more basic features. The V6 trim added the more powerful V6 engine and some additional interior/exterior upgrades.

fuel economy for each trim level

Base (2.4L 4-cylinder, FWD):

19 mpg city / 24 mpg highway / 21 mpg combined

V6 (3.0L V6, FWD):

18 mpg city / 24 mpg highway / 20 mpg combined

V6 (3.0L V6, AWD):

17 mpg city / 22 mpg highway / 19 mpg combined

Limited (3.0L V6, AWD):

17 mpg city / 22 mpg highway / 19 mpg combined

towing capacity

Base (2.4L 4-cylinder, FWD):

Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs

V6 (3.0L V6, FWD):

Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs

V6 (3.0L V6, AWD):

Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs

Limited (3.0L V6, AWD):

Towing Capacity: 3,500 lbs

safety features in the 2001 Toyota Highlander

Standard Safety Features:

Dual front airbags
Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist
Child-protector rear door locks
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system

Available Safety Features:

Side-impact airbags for front seats
Curtain airbags for all rows
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
Traction Control (TRAC)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)