Model year guide

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$25,449

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 13 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,400
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Low
$17,000
Typical price
$25,449
High
$32,500

From 18 comparable 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$16,600
Total$28,600
Per mile$0.38

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($25,449) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,850), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
188.6 in
Width
75.2 in
Height
69.3 in
Wheelbase
109.8 in
Curb weight
4,641 lb
Front track
64.2 in
Rear track
64.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

Issue: This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note:…

Transport Canada #2021723 · Nov 2021

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota Highlander , also known as the Toyota Kluger in some markets, is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · Base · Base/Hybrid
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 231 hp

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles on record

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2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid get?

The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (28 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid listings run roughly $17,000–$32,500, typically around $25,449 (from 18 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.