The Toyota Grand Highlander made quite a splash in the three-row SUV segment last year, despite its sales slowing due to a long-lasting recall. But, it is still considered the size and efficiency standard of the segment to many now. This article will cover the spec breakdowns of this 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander but be sure to watch the video below for an in-depth design review!

What’s New for 2025?

  • New LE and Nightshade trims
  • New Colors (Depends on trim): Cement and Heavy Metal
  • Second Row console is removable on all Captain’s Chairs models

Trims and Pricing

MSRP with FWD (unless noted)

LE: $40,860

XLE: $43,630

Limited: $48,360

Platinum AWD: $54,045

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LE Hybrid: $44,210

XLE Hybrid: $45,380

Limited Hybrid: $51,710

Nightshade Hybrid: $52,610

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Limited Hybrid Max AWD: $54,690

Platinum Hybrid Max AWD: $58,775

The base price lowers about $3,000 with the new LE trim, and all existing trims see increases of less than $1,000.

Air Ball and Slam Dunk

Slam Dunk: The Grand Highlander continues to offer top notch space and practicality

Air Ball: The third and second row folding mechanisms are too complicated for an expensive three row SUV

GH Front
GH Grille
GH Side
GH Rear
GH interior

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 2025, but you will see some design additions with the new trim offerings. Of course, the LE will be a very basic package, with no special elements. However, the Nightshade will black out many of the exterior elements for a sportier appearance.

Here is the full breakdown of what we know about the feature availability: 

Feature

Availability

Exterior

LED Headlights

Standard: LED | Limited: Upgraded LEDs

Fog Lights

Limited+

Wheels

LE/XLE: 18-in alloys | Limited+: 20-in alloys

Mirrors

Standard BSM and Heating | Limited+: Power Fold

LED Taillights

Standard

Towing

3,500-5,000 lbs

Forward Emergency Braking

Standard on all Grand Highlander Models

Adaptive Cruise Control

Lane Keep Assist

Auto High Beams

Traffic Jam Assist

Platinum only

 

When it comes to the Interior, the Grand Highlander will also be well-equipped on all trims.

Interior

Smart Entry

Standard

Seat Materials

LE: Cloth | XLE: SoftTex | Limited/Platinum: Leather | Platinum Hybrid MAX: Adds Suede inserts

Seat Adjustment

Standard: 8-way Power | XLE+: 10-way power | Memory: Limited

Push Button Start

Standard

Gauge Cluster

Standard: 7-in digital display | Limited/Platinum: 12.3-in full digital

Heads-up Display

Platinum only

Steering Wheel

Standard: Leather Wrapped | Limited+: Heating

Rain Sensing Wipers

Limited+

Wireless Charging

XLE+

360 Degree Camera

Standard on Platinum only

3-Zone Climate Controls

Standard

Seat Climate

Heating: XLE+ | Ventilated: Limited+

Audio System

Standard: 6-Speakers | Limited: 11-Speakers JBL Audio

Screen

Standard: 12.3-in display | Wireless CP and AA Standard

Auto Dimming Mirror

XLE+: HomeLink and Auto Dimming

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

Sunshades

On upper trims

Rear Vents and USBs

Standard

Seat Climate

Heated: Limited+ | Ventilated: Platinum

Removable Console

On all Captain’s Chair configurations

Seating Configurations

LE: 8-Passenger with bench | XLE+: 7-passenger with captains chairs | Bench optional on most trims

Tailgate

Power and Foot Activated: Limited+

 

For in depth details on the 2025 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

Hybrid MAX AWD: 26/27/27 MPG

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 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 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander? Let us know in the comments!