Does the 2020 Toyota Highlander have auto start-stop?
On some configurations. Yes on the 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid. The 3.5L 6-cylinder is listed both with and without it, depending on the build.
Key takeaways
- Start-stop cars restart the engine many times per drive, so they are usually fitted with an AGM or EFB battery - replace like with like.
- Most systems have an off button that disables start-stop until the engine is next started; some models remember the setting.
| Engine | Drive | Transmission | Start-stop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid | AWD | CVT (continuously variable, 6 simulated steps) | Yes |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid | FWD | CVT (continuously variable, 6 simulated steps) | Yes |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder | AWD | 8-speed automatic | Yes |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder | FWD | 8-speed automatic | No |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder | FWD | 8-speed automatic | Yes |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
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