Toyota Highlander Engine Oil & Capacity Guide
In our comprehensive guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Toyota Highlander engine oil and capacity. We cover essential information for all models, ensuring you have the knowledge to maintain your vehicle properly. Our guide is designed to help you make informed decisions for the best performance and longevity of your Toyota Highlander, from engine oil specifications to the optimal capacity for each model. Maintain the performance of your SUV with our expert tips and advice on engine oil types, intervals, and capacities.<>
Toyota Highlander Oil Change Schedule
2001-2007 Toyota Highlander (1st generation)
- Conventional oil: every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
- Synthetic oil: every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first
2008-2013 Toyota Highlander (2nd generation)
- Conventional oil: every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
- Synthetic oil: every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first
2014-2019 Toyota Highlander (3rd generation)
- 3.5L V6 and 2.7L 4-cylinder engines: every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended)
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander (4th generation)
- Gasoline engines: every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended)
- Hybrid models: every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended)
TOYOTA HIGHLANDER ENGINE OIL GUIDE
TOYOTA Grand Highlander 2.4L AWD
Year: 2023 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.2 liters (4.4 US qt., 3.7 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent of API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
TOYOTA Grand Highlander 2.4L FWD
Year: 2023 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.2 liters (4.4 US qt., 3.7 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent of API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
TOYOTA Grand Highlander 2.5L AWD (367 HP)
Year: 2023 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt., 5.6 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 6.0 liters (6.3 US qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-6 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent of API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-6 or higher
TOYOTA Grand Highlander 2.5L FWD (367 HP)
Year: 2023 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.1 liters (6.5 US qt., 5.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 5.7 liters (6.0 US qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-6 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent of API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-6 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander / Kluger 2.5L 8AT (240 HP)
Year: 2019 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 3.9 liters (4.1 US qt., 3.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander / Kluger 3.5L V6 8AT (295 HP)
Year: 2019 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt., 5.6 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 6.0 liters (6.3 US qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander / Kluger 3.5L V6 8AT AWD (295 HP)
Year: 2019 – Present
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.6 liters (7.0 US qt., 5.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 6.2 liters (6.6 US qt., 5.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
Sure, here is the information for the engines of the 2016 – 2018 TOYOTA Highlander:<>
TOYOTA Highlander 2.7L 8AT (185 HP)
Year: 2016 – 2018
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.5L V6 8AT (295 HP)
Year: 2016 – 2018
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt., 5.6 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 6.0 liters (6.3 US qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.5L V6 8AT AWD (295 HP)
Year: 2016 – 2018
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.6 liters (7.0 US qt., 5.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter 6.2 liters (6.6 US qt., 5.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.5L CVT (306 HP)
Year: 2016 – 2018
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt., 5.6 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 6.0 liters (6.3 US qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SN or higher, ILSAC GF-5 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 0W-20
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 2.7L DOHC FWD (187 HP)
Year: 2008 – 2013
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.3 liters (4.5 US qt., 3.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.5L V6 AWD (270 HP)
Year: 2008 – 2013
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.7 liters (6.0 US qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 5.3 liters (5.6 US qt., 4.7 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.5L V6 FWD (270 HP)
Year: 2008 – 2013
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.7 liters (6.0 US qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 Hybrid (212 HP)
Year: 2008 – 2013
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.7 liters (6.0 US qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 5.3 liters (5.6 US qt., 4.7 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20 or an equivalent oil that meets the above specifications
TOYOTA Highlander 2.4L DOHC AWD 4AT (155 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.3 liters (4.5 US qt., 3.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 2.4L DOHC AWD 4AT (160 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.3 liters (4.5 US qt., 3.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 2.4L DOHC FWD 4AT (155 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.3 liters (4.5 US qt., 3.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 2.4L DOHC FWD 4AT (160 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.3 liters (4.5 US qt., 3.8 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.0L DOHC AWD 4AT (220 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.0L DOHC FWD 4AT (220 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-3 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 AWD 5AT (215 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 AWD 5AT (230 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 FWD 5AT (215 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 FWD 5AT (230 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qt., 4.4 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 Hybrid AWD CVT (208 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
TOYOTA Highlander 3.3L V6 Hybrid FWD CVT (208 HP)
- Engine oil Capacity With filter: 4.7 liters (5.0 US qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
- Engine oil Capacity Without Filter: 4.4 liters (4.6 US qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
- Engine Oil Specification: API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
- Engine Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30
- Recommended Engine Oil: TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent of API SL/ILSAC GF-4 or higher
WORDS FROM ERWIN SALARDA
Understanding the engine oil specifications and capacities for your Toyota Highlander is important for maintaining the vehicle’s performance and prolonging its lifespan. You can avoid potential problems and costly repairs by following the recommended oil change intervals and using the proper engine oil type. For the most up-to-date information on your specific model and trim level, consult your owner’s manual or contact a Toyota dealership.<>