2017 Toyota Highlander Speaker Sizes

The 2017 Toyota Highlander speaker size chart provides factory specifications for OEM and aftermarket audio system components. Information includes speaker locations within the vehicle, such as center dash, dashboard, tail gate, rear door panel, and front door panel positions. Data covers replacement and upgrade options for factory audio system speakers, detailing specifications needed for aftermarket installations.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Center Dash 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Tail Gate 3.5 Full-Range
  • Access through rear opening
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Tail Gate 8 Woofer
  • Access through rear opening
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2017 Toyota Highlander Speaker Replacement Summary

6 total positions
4 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 4 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 5 Low: 0

2017 Toyota Highlander Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2017 Toyota Highlander incorporates multiple speaker locations throughout the cabin, with sizes ranging from 3.5-inch units in the center dash, dashboard, and tail gate positions to larger 6x9-inch speakers in the front door panels and an 8-inch woofer also located in the tail gate area.
  • Front door panel speakers utilize a 6x9-inch configuration compatible with full-range drivers, which may provide broader frequency response compared to smaller locations due to the larger radiating surface area available for sound reproduction.
  • Rear door panel positions accommodate 6.5-inch speakers that accept either midbass or full-range drivers, offering flexibility in system configuration depending on whether dedicated tweeters are present elsewhere in the audio setup.
  • The presence of an 8-inch woofer in the tail gate suggests a focus on low-frequency extension, potentially enhancing bass output without requiring a separate subwoofer enclosure in some configurations.
  • Multiple 3.5-inch full-range locations distributed across the center dash, dashboard, and tail gate could contribute to soundstage width and ambience, though their smaller size typically limits low-frequency capability.
  • Upgrading the front door panel 6x9-inch speakers might yield noticeable improvements in overall sound quality given their proximity to front-seat occupants and capacity for handling mid and high frequencies with greater authority than smaller drivers.
  • The dual speaker configuration in the tail gate, combining a 3.5-inch full-range unit with an 8-inch woofer, indicates a two-way approach to rear soundstage development with separated frequency responsibilities.
  • Radio compatibility includes both single DIN and double DIN form factors, providing options for aftermarket head unit installation should owners wish to enhance source capabilities or add features like advanced connectivity.