As The U. S. Shifts Toward Hybrids, Toyota Will Only Offer The 2027 Highlander As A Fully Electric Crossover

While Toyota has been slow to embrace fully electric vehicles, they're making a bold move with their popular three-row crossover, the Highlander. 

They'll be joining the Korean makes from Hyundai and Kia, offering their first three-row ev crossover in its portfolio. The three-row crossover, with its estimated 300-mile driving range, will soon join the brand's bZ, as Toyota's fourth all-electric vehicle. 

2024 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD: The Brand’s Three-Row Crossover

 

Highlight: Toyota offers a Grand Highlander Hybrid. The vehicle boasts more horsepower and interior space than the stand Highlander.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $55,478 (Base Model – LE): $42,115 (front wheel drive)

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8, depending upon trim

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; traction control; a stability control system; a blind spot monitor; a pre-collision safety system; a lane departure warning system; a radar activated cruise control system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2021 Toyota Highlander XLE AWD: The Brand's Three-Row Flagship Crossover

Highlight: The Highlander is available as a hybrid and a gasoline model.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $43,625 (Base MSRP: $35,785)

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; all-wheel drive a vehicle stability system; a traction control system; hill start assistance; a pre collision braking system with pedestrian detection system; a lane departure alert system with steering assist; a lane tracing assist system; automatic high beams; a radar activated cruise control system; a road side assist system; a temporary spare tire; back up camera; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (L): 18-inch wheels; an 8-speed automatic transmission; driving modes: eco, normal and sport; a fuel-efficient stop/start system; front grille in material black with silver paint surround; electronic parking brakes; rear liftgate windshield defogger; privacy rear glass; rear spoiler; a three-zone a/c system; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; 8 cup holders, 4 bottle holders; dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors; cloth seats; an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system; a power driver’s seat; bench second row seats; fold flat third row seats; 6 tie-down cargo hooks; a driver speak easy microphone; keyless front door entry system; color-keyed heated power outside mirrors; backup camera washer; and 8 passenger seating area

2020 Toyota Highlander Limited: Has Finally Veered Into The Grown And Sexy Lane

Highlight: This year’s Highlander is compatible with both Android and iPhones.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $48,088 (Base MSRP: $35,775)

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; all-wheel drive a vehicle stability system; a traction control system; hill start assistance; a pre collision braking system with pedestrian detection system; a lane departure alert system with steering assist; a lane tracing assist system; automatic high beams; a radar activated cruise control system; a road side assist system; a temporary spare tire; back up camera; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2014 Toyota Highlander: A Stylish And Roomy People Mover

Highlight: The third-generation Highlander is built-off the same platform as America’s best-selling car, the Camry.

Test vehicle’s MSRP: $41,900 (Base Model starts at $30,075)

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8, depending upon seating configuration

Standard Safety Features: 8 airbags (driver, front passenger, knee, side-curtain); hill start assist, ABS, stability control; traction control; and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Standard Equipment: 18-inch wheels, a 3.5-inch infotainment screen; cloth with third row seats; front and rear a/c vents; and a manually operated tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel