Critical Fitment Notes
- Fits the standard Toyota Highlander, not the larger Grand Highlander.
- Designed for the fourth-generation 2020–2026 Highlander.
- Does not fit the 2019 or older Highlander.
- Covers the cargo area behind the second-row seats.
- The third-row seats must remain folded while the liner is installed flat.
- Remove or reposition the liner before raising the third-row seats.
- Does not protect the area directly behind the third row when the third row is upright.
- Verify access to factory cargo hooks, tie-downs, speakers, and other optional equipment.
- Product images may be representative rather than an exact picture of your Highlander.
If you need access to all three seating rows every day, a shorter behind-the-third-row liner will make more sense. Buying the longest liner available and then acting surprised when it covers the third-row seats is a bold strategy, but not a particularly useful one.
WeatherTech 401349 Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | WeatherTech |
| Product type | CargoLiner |
| Part number | 401349 |
| Color | Black |
| Fit type | Vehicle-specific |
| Compatible years | 2020–2026 |
| Compatible models | Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid |
| Coverage | Behind second row |
| Third-row position | Folded |
| Surface | Textured, slip-resistant design |
| Perimeter | Raised outer lip |
| Installation | Drop-in |
| Manufacturing | Made in the USA |
| CargoTech compatibility | Yes, sold separately |
Full Cargo Protection Behind the Second Row
Folding the Highlander’s third row creates a useful load floor, but it also exposes substantially more carpet to dirt and damage. WeatherTech laser-measures the vehicle’s cargo area so the liner follows its contours and minimizes exposed gaps.
The raised perimeter helps contain:
- Water and melting snow
- Mud and sand
- Spilled groceries
- Pet hair and wet paws
- Gardening soil
- Sports and hockey equipment
- Construction tools and supplies
- Luggage grime
- Leaking cleaning products
WeatherTech says its cargo liners use a vehicle-specific fit, raised outer edge and custom-blended material to protect against spills, grease, dirt and wear. More specifications are available on the official WeatherTech Highlander Hybrid CargoLiner page.
For more practical ownership information, browse Pro Street’s OEM replacement-parts guide and complete dashboard repair guide.
Durable All-Weather Material
The CargoLiner uses WeatherTech’s proprietary thermoplastic elastomer material. It’s designed to remain flexible in cold weather while resisting curling, cracking and warping when exposed to summer heat.
According to WeatherTech, the material is:
- Wear resistant
- Virtually odorless
- Latex free
- Free from harmful PVCs
- Free from phthalates and BPA
- Free from cadmium and lead
- Recyclable
That combination works well for a family SUV because the cargo liner doesn’t need to be hard and brittle to be durable. Your groceries shouldn’t sound like they were loaded into a plastic canoe every time you turn a corner.
Textured Surface and Raised Lip
The textured surface helps reduce ordinary cargo movement, while the raised outside lip contains small spills before they reach the underlying carpet.
It won’t completely stop a heavy toolbox or cooler from moving during aggressive cornering. WeatherTech is quite honest about the liner’s inability to defeat physics. For better cargo control, it can be paired with the company’s CargoTech containment blocks.
Loose and heavy cargo should still be properly secured. A textured mat is helpful; it isn’t a substitute for tie-downs.
Installation
No tools or permanent modifications should be necessary for a standard installation:
- Fold the third-row seats completely flat.
- Remove any existing cargo mat.
- Vacuum the exposed cargo carpet.
- Unroll the WeatherTech liner.
- Position it directly behind the second row.
- Align the edges with the side trim and rear threshold.
- Verify access to any required cargo anchors.
- Allow the liner time to relax if it arrived rolled.
WeatherTech notes that certain vehicle options may require the use of marked trim lines. Confirm the product’s specific fitment instructions before cutting anything. Plastic removed with enthusiasm has a remarkably poor regeneration rate.
Cleaning Instructions
Remove the liner from the vehicle before deep cleaning. Shake or vacuum away loose dirt, rinse it with water, and use mild household or automotive interior detergent as necessary.
WeatherTech specifically advises against harsh chemicals and silicone-based dressings. Those products can leave the surface dangerously slick and make unsecured cargo slide more easily.
Allow the liner to dry before reinstalling it. For more interior-maintenance information, see the Pro Street dashboard and interior repair guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does WeatherTech 401349 fit?
It fits select 2020–2026 Toyota Highlander and Toyota Highlander Hybrid models.
Does it fit the Toyota Grand Highlander?
No. The Grand Highlander has a different body, wheelbase and cargo-floor shape. It requires its own model-specific liner.
Can I use the third-row seats with this liner installed?
Not while the liner is lying flat behind the second row. Part 401349 occupies the area created when the third row is folded. Remove or safely reposition the liner before raising those seats.
Does it fit both gas and hybrid Highlanders?
The listing identifies compatibility with both gasoline and hybrid Highlander models. Exact compatibility should still be confirmed using the vehicle year, trim and configuration.
Does it fit a 2019 Highlander?
No. The 2020 Highlander introduced a new generation with a different cargo area. Part 401349 is listed for 2020–2026 models.
Is this a passenger floor-mat set?
No. This is one cargo-area liner. It does not include driver, passenger or second-row floor liners.
Does it include a bumper protector?
A bumper protector is not identified as part of this package. WeatherTech notes that bumper protectors require a compatible liner ordered with the necessary attachment points.
Is it easy to clean?
Yes. The liner can be removed and rinsed. Mild detergent may be used, but silicone-based protectants should be avoided.
Final Verdict
WeatherTech 401349 is best suited to 2020–2026 Highlander owners who normally keep the third row folded and want maximum cargo-floor coverage behind the second row.
Its laser-measured shape, raised spill-containment edge and textured surface make it far more useful than a flat universal cargo mat. Just confirm that you own a Highlander rather than a Grand Highlander and understand that the third row cannot remain available while this full-length liner is installed flat.
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