Platinum Hybrid AWD
What the Platinum Hybrid adds over the LE
| Spec | LE | Platinum Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4155 lbs | 4595 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4155 lbs | 4595 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Engine displacement | 2393 cc | 2487 cc |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 243 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged DOHC | 2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.9 gal | 17.1 gal |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5870 lbs | 6000 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 | 7 |
| Tire size | P235/65R18 | P235/55R20 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.3 | 3.6 |
| Transmission type | automatic | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid engine, Combined net 243 hp, 175 lb.-ft. @ 4400 RPM, 20-in. Painted Alloy wheels (Platinum Hybrid), All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode, Nickel Metal Hydride Hybrid Battery Pack, P235/55R20 tires (XSE–Platinum Gas; Limited–Platinum Hybrid), Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor – two front (FWD Hybrid) or two front + one rear (AWD Hybrid), Variable Cooling System (Hybrid)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 338 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 338 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 84.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 48.4 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 16 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 141.8 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8 in |
| Overall height | 68.1 in |
| Overall length | 194.9 in |
| Overall width | 76 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 243 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 35 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.1 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 28 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar; trailing-wishbone |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | P235/55R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.6 |
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4595 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4595 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6000 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety5 std · 0 opt
- Electronic Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Control
- Power-assisted ventilated front disc brakes, 13.3 in.
- Solid rear disc brakes, 13.3 in. (Gas: LE–Platinum; Hybrid: Solid Disc with Electronically Controlled Braking (ECB) system and integrated regenerative braking)
- Traction Control System
Exterior3 std · 0 opt
- 20-in. Painted Alloy wheels (Platinum Hybrid)
- P235/55R20 tires (XSE–Platinum Gas; Limited–Platinum Hybrid)
- Spare Tire/Wheel: Temporary
Powertrain8 std · 0 opt
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid engine, Combined net 243 hp, 175 lb.-ft. @ 4400 RPM
- Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode
- Fully Variable Oil Pump
- Nickel Metal Hydride Hybrid Battery Pack
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor – two front (FWD Hybrid) or two front + one rear (AWD Hybrid)
- Variable Cooling System (Hybrid)
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion
- Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar; trailing-wishbone suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 Highlander. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Platinum Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2024 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid add over the LE?
Against the LE, 8 features become standard that the LE does not and 17 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.