2009 Toyota Highlander Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Toyota Highlander oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.7 A takes 5W-20 (4.7 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.5 S, AWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.5 S, FWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter); the Hybrid takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Hybrid Limited takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, AWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter); the Limited, FWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, AWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, FWD takes (6.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2.7 A: 5W-20, 4.7 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.5 S, AWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.5 S, FWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
- Hybrid: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Hybrid Limited: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, AWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
- Limited, FWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, AWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, FWD: , 6.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.7 A — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 4.70 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Base, 3.5 S, AWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. | |
| Base, 3.5 S, FWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. | |
| Hybrid — 3.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Hybrid Limited — 3.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. |
| Limited, AWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. | |
| Limited, FWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. | |
| Sport, AWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. | |
| Sport, FWD — 3.5L Eng | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | Vehicles w/o towing package: SAE 5W-20, vehicles equipped w/towing package: SAE 5W-30. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Highlander
2009 Toyota Highlander factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent. DO NOT use plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Toyota Highlander take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2.7 A uses 5W-20; Base, 3.5 S, AWD uses ; Base, 3.5 S, FWD uses ; Hybrid uses 5W-20; Hybrid Limited uses 5W-20; Limited, AWD uses ; Limited, FWD uses ; Sport, AWD uses ; Sport, FWD uses .
How much oil does a 2009 Toyota Highlander take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.7 A holds 4.7 quarts with filter; Base, 3.5 S, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Base, 3.5 S, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Hybrid holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Hybrid Limited holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Limited, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Limited, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Sport, AWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter; Sport, FWD holds 6.4 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Toyota Highlander?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Toyota Highlander. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.