2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLATFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
35
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
Combined
35
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

33.7MPG average-3.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 33.7 MPG

Range: 31–36 MPG

Driving mix: City 39% / Highway 61%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 33.7 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AV-S6)
Regular Hybrid
City
35
Hwy
34
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $1,950/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$2,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 7/10
GHG Score: 7/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
253 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
8.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,924/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,553/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,666/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,773/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,938/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,933/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,396/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,979/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,862/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,906/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 35 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems6 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 6 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
2
Engine
2
Brakes
2
Speed Control
1
Steering
1
Structure
1

2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT problems by category: Electrical System: 2 complaints, Engine: 2 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Structure: 1 complaints.

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 03/05/2026ODI#11722206
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that the second-row seats had been making an abnormal rattling sound. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an abnormall…
StructureFiled: 09/17/2024ODI#11615057
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact p…
BrakesFiled: 07/27/2023ODI#11534894
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and slowing down for a traffic signal, the contact felt as if the brakes had failed. The contact…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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