Two 2021 Toyota Highlander models driving down a rural road

2021 Toyota Highlander Standard & Maximum Cargo Capacity Ratings

How Much Cargo Fits Inside the 2021 Toyota Highlander?

Drivers in the market for a new SUV might be wondering: How much cargo fits inside the 2021 Toyota Highlander? What is the maximum cargo capacity of this SUV? We’ve answered these questions below by breaking down the cargo area measurements and capacities of the 2021 Toyota Highlander.


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The 2021 Toyota Highlander is a spacious SUV that can accommodate up to eight passengers across its three rows of seating. The 2021 Highlander sports 155.1 cubic feet of interior volume, which is ample space for cargo storage and passenger comfort alike. This SUV sports 16 cubic feet of standard cargo capacity and a maximum cargo capacity of 84.3 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded down.

2021 Toyota Highlander interior

2021 Toyota Highlander Passenger Space Measurements


The 2021 Toyota Highlander has plenty of space dedicated to passenger comfort as well.

Front Row Measurements

  • Leg Room: 42.0 in.
  • Head Room: 39.6 in.
  • Shoulder Room: 59.0 in.
  • Hip Room: 57.2 in.

Second Row Measurements

  • Leg Room: 41.0 in.
  • Head Room: 39.4 in.
  • Shoulder Room: 58.4 in.
  • Hip Room: 57.0 in.

Third Row Measurements

  • Leg Room: 27.7 in.
  • Head Room: 36.1 in.
  • Shoulder Room: 55.0 in.
  • Hip Room: 45.6 in.

The 2021 Toyota Highlander is available in several trim levels, including L, LE, XLE, XSE Limited and Platinum. Every configuration of this SUV utilizes a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 295 horsepower and 263 pound-feet of torque.

The 2021 Toyota Highlander is available for purchase at J. Pauley Toyota, located at 6200 South 36th Street in Fort Smith, AR. Interested in test driving a 2021 Toyota Highlander? Drivers can schedule a test-driving session with this or other Toyota models right here on our website.