2026 Toyota Highlander
Starting MSRP
$45,270
to $52,925
About the 2026 Toyota Highlander
The 2026 Toyota Highlander confidently grips the road with its standard All-Wheel Drive system, delivering robust capability for spirited family adventures. Under the hood, the potent 2.4L four-cylinder turbo engine pumps out a solid 265 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, channeled smoothly through the 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. While offering substantial power, the 2026 Toyota Highlander maintains respectable efficiency, achieving a combined 24 MPG. Its imposing 194.9-inch length provides a commanding road presence, balancing sizable interior volume for seven passengers with agile handling around town. This crossover prioritizes confident control and accessible performance across its four distinct trims, from the XLE to the Platinum.
Key Highlights
Turbocharged Torque
The 2.4L turbo engine generates 310 lb-ft of torque, ensuring responsive acceleration when merging or climbing hills.
Standard AWD Power
Every 2026 Toyota Highlander trim comes equipped with All-Wheel Drive, enhancing stability and traction in varied driving conditions.
Practical Dimensions
Measuring 68.1 inches high and 76.0 inches wide, the Highlander offers a planted stance while maximizing cabin space for seven occupants.
Efficient Power Delivery
The combination of the gas engine and 8-speed automatic yields a 21/28 City/Highway MPG split, balancing muscle with frugality.
Best For
Adventure-Ready Families
- With seven-passenger capacity and standard AWD, the 2026 Toyota Highlander is built to handle weekend gear runs and family road trips securely.
Drivers Seeking Daily Torque
- The 310 lb-ft of torque delivered by the standard engine ensures the 2026 Toyota Highlander feels punchy and effortless during daily commutes.
Buyers Demanding AWD Value
- All four available trims, starting at $45,270, bundle All-Wheel Drive and the turbocharged powertrain right out of the box.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | $49,725 | all wheel drive | 265 hp | 24 mpg |
| Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | $52,925 | all wheel drive | 265 hp | 24 mpg |
| XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | $45,270 | all wheel drive | 265 hp | 24 mpg |
| XSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | $47,340 | all wheel drive | 265 hp | 24 mpg |
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Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
XSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
| Feature | Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | XLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | XSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (34 features) | ||||
| Adaptive Headlights | — | — | — | |
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Fog Lights | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes | ||||
| Self-Leveling Headlights | — | — | — | |
| Third Row Head Airbags | ||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (10 features) | ||||
| Center Differential Type | — | — | Limited Slip | — |
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | ||||
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
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| Fuel (5 features) | ||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 375.9/501.2 mi. | 375.9/501.2 mi. | 375.9/501.2 mi. | 375.9/501.2 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 21/28 MPG | 21/28 MPG | 21/28 MPG | 21/28 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 17.9 gal. |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Warranty (5 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | 2 yr./ 25000 mi. | 2 yr./ 25000 mi. | 2 yr./ 25000 mi. | 2 yr./ 25000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 2 yr./ unlimited mi. | 2 yr./ unlimited mi. | 2 yr./ unlimited mi. | 2 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (29 features) | ||||
| 3rd Row Cupholders | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | — | |||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Digital Rearview Mirror | — | — | — | |
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | — | — | ||
| Front Seatback Storage | ||||
| Front View Camera | — | — | — | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | — | ||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||
| Overhead Console with Storage | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | ||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Side View Camera | — | — | — | |
| Three Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | ||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||
| In Car Entertainment (13 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 8.0 in | 8.0 in |
| JBL Speakers | — | — | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 11 | 11 | 6 | 6 |
| Stereo Power | 1200W | 1200W | — | — |
| Subwoofer Count | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | — | — |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (5 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror | — | — | ||
| Frontseats (17 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | — | — |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Ventilation | — | — | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.6 in. | 38.4 in. | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 57.2 in. | 57.2 in. | 57.2 in. | 57.2 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 42.0 in. | 42.0 in. | 42.0 in. | 42.0 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Passenger Seat Ventilation | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Leather | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | ||
| Rearseats (8 features) | ||||
| Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level) | — | — | — | |
| Manual Folding Third Row Seat | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 39.4 in. | 37.1 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.4 in. | 58.4 in. | 58.4 in. | 58.4 in. |
| Reclining Rear Seats | ||||
| Tires and Wheels (8 features) | ||||
| Spare Tire Location | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted |
| Spare Tire Type | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary |
| Tire Size | P235/55R | P235/55R | P235/65R V | P235/55R |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season |
| Wheel Cover Type | Chrome-Clad | — | — | — |
| Wheel Diameter | 20 in. | 20 in. | 18 in | 20 in. |
| Wheel Finish | — | — | — | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Material | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy | — |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (16 features) | ||||
| Angle of Approach | 18.1 degrees | 18.1 degrees | 18.1 degrees | 18.1 degrees |
| Angle of Departure | 23.4 degrees | 23.4 degrees | 23.4 degrees | 23.4 degrees |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States |
| Curb Weight | 4453 lbs. | 4453 lbs. | 4376 lbs. | 4420 lbs. |
| EPA Interior Volume | 155.5 cu.ft. | 152.3 cu.ft. | 155.5 cu.ft. | 155.5 cu.ft. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5970 lbs. | 5970 lbs. | 5970 lbs. | 5970 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 8.0 in. | 8.0 in. | 8.0 in. | 8.0 in. |
| Height | 68.1 in. | 68.1 in. | 68.1 in. | 68.1 in. |
| Length | 194.9 in. | 194.9 in. | 194.9 in. | 197.4 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 84.3 cu.ft. | 84.3 cu.ft. | 84.3 cu.ft. | 84.3 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Payload | 1225 lbs. | 1225 lbs. | 1225 lbs. | 1225 lbs. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. |
| Telematics (4 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||
| Emergency Service | ||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact cargo space behind the third row of the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander provides 16 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This figure is measured behind the third row, giving users a clear idea of luggage space when fully loaded with seven passengers.
Does the 2026 Toyota Highlander require premium fuel?
No, the 2.4L turbocharged engine is designed to run optimally on regular unleaded fuel. This helps keep running costs down despite the 265 horsepower output.
How much horsepower does the standard engine produce?
The standard gas engine across all trims delivers a healthy 265 horsepower alongside 310 lb-ft of torque.
What is the longest dimension of the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
At 194.9 inches in length, the 2026 Toyota Highlander is quite substantial, supported by a 112.2-inch wheelbase which contributes to stable cruising dynamics.
Are there different engine options available for the 2026 Highlander trims?
No, the four available trims—XLE, XSE, Limited, and Platinum—all utilize the identical 2.4L 4-cylinder Turbo engine paired with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
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