1st gen Toyota Highlander 2001–2007

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Year by year

2001 New model, with a 2.4L four or a 220 hp V6 and front- or all-wheel drive.^1,2
2002 No changes.³
2003 No changes recorded.
2004 A 3.3L V6 of 230 hp replaces the 3.0L, the four gains 5 hp, and a fold-flat third row is optional on the Base and standard on the Limited. New seat fabric and dash and door trim.⁴
2005 A roof rack with cross bars, keyless entry and a cargo cover become standard, and a windshield wiper de-icer is standard on the Limited and optional on the base.⁵
2006 The Hybrid arrives, a V6 with electric motors and 268 hp combined. Toyota calls it the first hybrid SUV in its class.^6,7
2007 No changes recorded.