The Toyota Grand Highlander is taking off in sales this year, just as we suspected from this product’s launch. And, with families scrambling to buy this spacious three-row, Toyota is continuing to make tweaks to this model year by year. So, is this Grand Highlander the SUV for your family?? This article will cover the spec breakdowns of this 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander but be sure to watch the video below for an in-depth design review!
What’s New for 2026?
- Standard Black Badge overlay for Hybrid Nightshade
Trims and Pricing
MSRP with FWD (unless noted)
LE: $41,360
XLE: $44,130
Limited: $48,860
Platinum AWD: $54,545
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LE Hybrid: $44,710
XLE Hybrid: $45,880
Limited Hybrid: $52,210
Nightshade Hybrid: $53,190
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Limited Hybrid Max AWD: $55,190
Platinum Hybrid Max AWD: $59,275
Prices on all models rise about $400-$500 for 2026, but this option remains one of the pricier in the segment.
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Design and Features
As mentioned above, please watch the video linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences. The Grand Highlander doesn’t get any design changes for 2026, except for the Nightshade gaining some new black badge overlays for this year. However, you still have lots of design choices to choose from, whether it be sporty or luxurious.
Here is the full breakdown of what we know about the feature availability:
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Feature |
Availability |
Exterior |
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LED Headlights |
Standard: LED | Limited: Upgraded LEDs |
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Fog Lights |
Limited+ |
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Wheels |
LE/XLE: 18-in alloys | Limited+: 20-in alloys |
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Mirrors |
Standard BSM and Heating | Limited+: Power Fold |
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LED Taillights |
Standard |
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Towing |
3,500-5,000 lbs |
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Forward Emergency Braking |
Standard on all Grand Highlander Models |
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Adaptive Cruise Control |
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Lane Keep Assist |
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Auto High Beams |
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Traffic Jam Assist |
Platinum only |
When it comes to the Interior, the Grand Highlander will also be well-equipped on all trims.
Interior |
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Smart Entry |
Standard |
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Seat Materials |
LE: Cloth | XLE: SoftTex | Limited/Platinum: Leather | Platinum Hybrid MAX: Adds Suede inserts |
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Seat Adjustment |
Standard: 8-way Power | XLE+: 10-way power | Memory: Limited |
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Push Button Start |
Standard |
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Gauge Cluster |
Standard: 7-in digital display | Limited/Platinum: 12.3-in full digital |
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Heads-up Display |
Platinum only |
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Steering Wheel |
Standard: Leather Wrapped | Limited+: Heating |
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Rain Sensing Wipers |
Limited+ |
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Wireless Charging |
XLE+ |
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360 Degree Camera |
Standard on Platinum only |
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3-Zone Climate Controls |
Standard |
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Seat Climate |
Heating: XLE+ | Ventilated: Limited+ |
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Audio System |
Standard: 6-Speakers | Limited: 11-Speakers JBL Audio |
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Screen |
Standard: 12.3-in display | Wireless CP and AA Standard |
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Auto Dimming Mirror |
XLE+: HomeLink and Auto Dimming |
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Moonroof |
Panoramic on Platinum (Available on lower trims) |
The rear of the Grand Highlander is also well-equipped, making it one of the largest in segment.
Rear Amenities |
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Sunshades |
On upper trims |
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Rear Vents and USBs |
Standard |
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Seat Climate |
Heated: Limited+ | Ventilated: Platinum |
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Removable Console |
On all Captain’s Chair configurations |
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Seating Configurations |
LE: 8-Passenger with bench | XLE+: 7-passenger with captains chairs | Bench optional on most trims |
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Tailgate |
Power and Foot Activated: Limited+ |
For in depth details on the 2026 Grand Highlander, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article.
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What’s Under the Hood?
The Grand Highlander has three unique powertrains, with an option for most every family:
- Traditional Gas:
- 2.4L Turbo I-4
- 265 hp and 310 lb.ft
- FWD or AWD
- 0-60: 7.5s
- 8-speed automatic
- LE/XLE/Lim/Plat
- 4th Generation Hybrid system:
- 2.5L 4-cylinder w/ 2 electric motors
- 243 hp total system
- FWD or AWD
- 0-60: 7.9s
- eCVT
- Opt on LE,XLE, LIM | Only Powertrain for Nightshade
- Hybrid MAX system:
- 2.4L Turbo-4 w/ front electric motor and rear e-axle
- 362 hp | 400 lb ft of torque
- Same design system as the Lexus RX 500h Performance
- AWD only
- 0-60: 6.3s
- 6-speed automatic
- Opt on LIM, PLAT
The fuel economies for the Grand Highlander are as follows:
Gas FWD: 21/28/24 MPG
Gas AWD: 20/26/22 MPG (LE/XLE: 23 combined)
Hybrid FWD: 37/34/36 MPG (Lim is 34 combined)
Hybrid AWD: 36/32/34 MPG (Lim is 33 Combined)
Hybrid MAX AWD: 26/27/27 MPG
We hope you have found this overview of the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander helpful! For a more detailed first look of the Grand Highlander, please watch our video below! What do you think of the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander? Let us know in the comments!
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