2024 Toyota Grand Highlander — Full Specifications
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The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is an SUV offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 29 mpg (UK) / 24 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 28–43 mpg (UK) across all configurations. A hybrid version is also listed by EPA (2.5L 4-cyl), returning around 43 mpg (UK) combined. Owners often keep a Toyota Grand Highlander workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 2.5L 4-cyl |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 29 combined / 25 urban / 34 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 24 combined / 21 city / 28 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 231 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,800 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 5 configurations for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander across 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl). Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 36 mpg (US), or 28 to 43 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl turbo (Hybrid) | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 32 | 27 (26/27) | 206 | $2,500 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 23 (21/27) | 235 | $2,900 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 24 (21/28) | 231 | $2,800 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl (Hybrid) | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 41 | 34 (36/32) | 161 | $1,950 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl (Hybrid) | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 36 (37/34) | 153 | $1,850 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
Running Costs: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander at 29 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,254 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1), Equipment (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V744000, reported 30 October 2025. Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 25V595000, reported 11 September 2025. Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Equipment — campaign 24V548000, reported 23 July 2024. Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Air bags — campaign 24V461000, reported 20 June 2024. Risk: An improper deployment of the side curtain air bag can reduce occupant protection during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Owners have filed 241 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander. The most-reported areas are Unspecified (59), Power train (52), Engine (39). Complaints include 7 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 3 reported injuries, 1 reported death.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Transmission & drivetrain (52 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Engine (39 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Fuel system (35 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Toyota Grand Highlander compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 29 mpg figure is 2 mpg better than that average. Its 231 g/km CO₂ figure is 22 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Toyota models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander's 29 mpg is 5 mpg below that make average. Its 231 g/km CO₂ figure is 15 g/km higher than the 216 g/km Toyota average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander: 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2.4L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The most efficient configuration returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, or 24 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 28 to 43 mpg. The hybrid version returns around 43 mpg (UK) combined.
How much does the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1), Equipment (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander?
Among the 241 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Unspecified (59 complaints), Power train (52 complaints), Engine (39 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Toyota Grand Highlander's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.