How many seconds does the Highlander take to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

[Jayce]

According to some actual test data of the Highlander, its 0-100 km/h acceleration time is around 9 seconds. The reasons affecting the Highlander's 0-100 km/h acceleration time: The Highlander is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. However, as the Highlander is positioned as a midsize SUV and its curb weight exceeds 2 tons, it does not have much advantage in terms of 0-100 km/h acceleration time. Below are the extended reasons affecting a car's 0-100 km/h acceleration time: 1. The car's curb weight and engine displacement 2. It is related to the driver's skills, transmission, tires, and environment. When choosing a car, we should not only consider the acceleration time but also pay more attention to the car's space, configuration, brand, and post-purchase maintenance costs.

[Gael]

I test drove the new Highlander Hybrid last month, with the actual 0-100km/h acceleration time around 8.5 seconds. This performance is quite adequate for a seven-seat SUV – you can feel obvious torque push during green light starts thanks to instant electric motor power, while acceleration becomes smoother after the engine kicks in later. Important testing conditions to note: I drove the 2WD version with full tank and single occupant, on 25°C asphalt road. If you're looking at the previous 3rd-gen 2.0T version, some tests recorded 7.8 seconds (though real-world driving feels closer to 8.2s). While the 4th-gen hybrid is slightly slower in 0-100km/h, its 40-80km mid-range acceleration is actually quicker, making overtaking more effortless. Also recommend switching to Sport mode when fully loaded for better power response.

[OEli]

As a mechanic with ten years of experience, I've worked on over a dozen Highlanders. For the third-gen 2.0T model with ESP turned off for launch control, the best recorded time was 7.9 seconds (requires 95-octane fuel). The current hybrid version with an eCVT transmission shouldn’t even think about launch control—the most stable recorded time is 8.6 seconds. Here’s the key: for every 10°C increase in temperature, acceleration slows by 0.3 seconds; turning on the AC adds another 0.2-second delay. If you test it in northern winter conditions, you might hit 8.3 seconds. Also, 20-inch wheels are 0.4 seconds slower than 18-inch ones in testing, and maintaining tire pressure at 2.5 Bar offers the best balance. If acceleration is a priority, consider the Crown Kluger—it shares the same powertrain but with more aggressive tuning.

[Zane]

Last week, I took my kids camping in the Highlander Hybrid and specifically tested the acceleration three times in Sport Mode: phone-timed at 8.7s/8.4s/8.8s. It's more than adequate for family use, but don't expect sedan-like back-pushing force. 80% of the acceleration happens in the first three seconds, with electric motor response being half a beat quicker than the CR-V. Interestingly, it's 0.5s faster with a full battery compared to low charge, so it's better to store some charge in EV mode before hitting the highway. By the way, the AWD version is 110kg heavier than the FWD, roughly 0.3s slower, so if you're opting for the 7-seater, I'd recommend going straight for the FWD.

[GageRose]

Comparison of same-class seven-seat SUV data: The Highlander Hybrid takes 8.6 seconds, which is slower than the Li L8 but 0.3 seconds faster than the Touareg 380TSI. Actual testing shows a 0.8-second power delay when the throttle is fully pressed, so it's recommended to press deeply half a second in advance. After the facelift, the sport mode logic has been optimized, with the engine maintaining 4000 rpm for quicker response. If frequently fully loaded, it's advised to replace the air filter every two years; severe clogging can slow acceleration by over 1 second. In winter, cold starts limit motor power, potentially increasing acceleration time to just over 9 seconds at -10°C, but it returns to normal after warming up for five minutes.