Can I tow with a Highlander Hybrid?
The new Highlander can tow an impressive 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. The exact towing capacity depends on which engine you choose. And that’s another great thing about this SUV – you can choose between a gas engine or a hybrid engine.
Can you put a trailer hitch on a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT84MR will fit the hybrid version of your 2021 Toyota Highlander. The only trim that this receiver will not work on is a XSE trim. The receiver has a maximum tongue weight rating of 500lbs and maximum trailer weight rating of 5,000lbs.
How many miles does a Highlander Hybrid tow?
Elevation change was from about 700ft to 4500, with some passes slightly higher. Total round trip is 450 miles – this was the number of miles towing. Total miles driven is 730 miles. Therefore, about 60% of the mileage was towing.
What kind of mpg does Highlander Hybrid get?
Resulting in poor city MPG but stellar highway MPG since on the highway the ICE must run almost continuously anyway. But regardless, using a 3.3L V6 gasoline engine to recharge the hybrid batteries can NEVER be as efficient as using a small 6HP genset running continuously.
Is the genset trailer a problem for the Highlander?
The genset trailer is interesting but it will impact performance and may even impact MPG depending on weight and drag. It all depends on what this enhancement wants to address. The car is very efficient at recharging while in motion, it charges quickly when coasting and braking so charging is likely not a problem in motion.
Is it possible to tow a 4WD hihy?
Tow vehicle – 4wd HiHy, towed vehicle – Fun Finder 189FBR trailer. Here are the results. First – towing was a dream. A couple of times, got a little tail-wag at 65MPH – I shouldn’t be going that fast! Hit the trailer brake and it straightened right out. Went up the hills (mountains) with power to spare.