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Buyer guide · 3 min read

Best Tires for Toyota Highlander

The Toyota Highlander is the family-hauling workhorse of the Toyota lineup. Its buyers expect a quiet, smooth ride with confident wet weather capability and long tread life. The right replacement tire delivers on all three.

Common Toyota Highlander tire sizes

4th gen Highlander (2020-current): 235/65R18 (LE, XLE), 245/55R19 (XLE, Limited, Platinum), 245/55R19 (Hybrid).

3rd gen Highlander (2014-2019): 245/55R19 (Limited, Platinum), 235/65R18 (LE, XLE), 225/65R17 (LE base).

Most Highlander owners replace in the OEM size. The 18-inch and 19-inch sizes are the most common replacement.

Best all-season tires

Michelin CrossClimate2: the top recommendation for Highlander owners. Available in 235/65R18 and 245/55R19 — excellent wet performance, 3PMSF winter rating, and quiet ride that matches the Highlander's cabin refinement.

Continental CrossContact LX25: excellent wet grip and fuel economy — a natural fit for the Highlander Hybrid where rolling resistance matters.

Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack: the quietest three-row SUV tire option — excellent for Highlander owners who frequently carry passengers on long trips.

Highlander Hybrid considerations

The Highlander Hybrid is sensitive to rolling resistance — low-rolling-resistance tires preserve the fuel economy advantage.

Continental CrossContact LX25: consistently strong for fuel efficiency while maintaining safety-critical wet grip.

Avoid heavy A/T tires on the Highlander Hybrid — the rolling resistance penalty is significant and contradicts the reason buyers choose the Hybrid.

Frequently asked

How much do Toyota Highlander tires cost?

Common sizes (235/65R18, 245/55R19) run $120–170 per tire for quality all-seasons. A set of four installed: $480–680.

What OEM tires come on the Toyota Highlander?

Common OEM tires include Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport (Platinum), Michelin Primacy A/S (Limited), and Yokohama AVID GT (LE, XLE). The Michelin CrossClimate2 and Continental CrossContact LX25 are well-regarded upgrades.

How long do Highlander tires last?

Quality all-season tires in Highlander sizes last 50,000–70,000 miles under normal driving. The Highlander is a moderately heavy SUV — regular rotation every 5,000–7,500 miles extends tire life meaningfully.

Last updated 2026-06-27. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.

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