Model Year Matters

2027 Toyota Grand Highlander

SUV · 2024–2027 · Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid

2024–2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
2024–2026 pictured. Photo: Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Which year to buy

Best betNo standoutNo year is clearly better than the rest Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy AvoidNoneNo year stands out as bad

Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.

Trims and features

2024202520262027
Grand HighlanderGrand Highlander Hybrid

What changed for 2027

2027 Grand Highlander trims

LELimitedPlatinumXLE
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $42,560from $50,060$55,745from $45,430
Powertrain
Engine2.4L 4-Cyl. Turbocharged Engine2.4L 4-Cyl. Turbocharged Engine2.4L 4-Cyl. Turbocharged Engine2.4L 4-Cyl. Turbocharged Engine
Horsepower265 hp265 hp265 hp265 hp
Torque310 lb-ft310 lb-ft310 lb-ft310 lb-ft
TransmissionDirect Shift 8-Speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT)Direct Shift 8-Speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT)Direct Shift 8-Speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT)Direct Shift 8-Speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT)
Gears8888
DrivetrainAWD / FWDAWD / FWDAwdAWD / FWD
Fuel economy (combined)AWD: 23 mpg
FWD: 24 mpg		AWD: 22 mpg
FWD: 24 mpg		22 mpgAWD: 23 mpg
FWD: 24 mpg
Size and capability
Seats87 + option77 + option
Max towing—5,000 lb5,000 lb—
Cargo behind last row20.6 cu ft20.6 cu ft20.6 cu ft20.6 cu ft
Max cargo97.5 cu ft97.5 cu ft97.5 cu ft97.5 cu ft
Third-row legroom33.5 in33.5 in33.5 in33.5 in
Tech
Touchscreen12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in
Apple CarPlayWirelessWirelessWirelessWireless
Android AutoWirelessWirelessWirelessWireless
Digital gauge cluster7 in12.3 in12.3 in7 in
Head-up display——Windshield HUD—
Audio—JBLJBL—
Speakers611116
Wireless phone charging—QiQiQi
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlAdaptive Cruise with Stop & GoAdaptive Cruise with Stop & GoAdaptive Cruise with Stop & GoAdaptive Cruise with Stop & Go
Lane keepingLane CenteringLane CenteringLane CenteringLane Centering
Blind-spot monitoringBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingAEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist DetectionAEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist DetectionAEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist DetectionAEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection
Rear cross-trafficRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert
360-degree camera—OptionalSurround View Camera—
Parking sensors—Front, RearFront, Rear—
Comfort
SeatsClothLeatherLeatherSynthetic Leather
Heated seats—Front, Second Row OutboardFront, Second Row OutboardFront
Ventilated seats—FrontFront, Second Row Outboard—
Driver seat memory—Driver SeatDriver Seat—
Climate zones3333
Remote startApp-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote Start
Second rowBench SeatCaptain's Chairs + optionCaptain's ChairsCaptain's Chairs + option
Exterior
Sunroof—OptionalPanoramic MoonroofOptional
Power liftgatePower LiftgateHands-Free Power LiftgateHands-Free Power LiftgatePower Liftgate
Wheels18 in20 in + option20 in + option18 in
HeadlightsLED ReflectorLED ReflectorLED ReflectorLED Reflector
Packages and options (49)
LELimitedPlatinumXLE
All-Weather Floor Liner Package $388OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carpet Floor Mat and Cargo Mat Package $388OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Tow Hitch Receiver Package $930OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Activity Mount $689OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Blackout Emblem Overlays $270OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Body Side Moldings $283OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cross Bars $335OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Door Edge Guards $168OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Mudguards $175OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Paint Protection Film $439OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Panoramic Moonroof $1,350—OptionalStandardOptional
Running Boards $810OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Alloy Wheel Locks $105OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Bench Seat StandardOptional—Optional
Cargo-Net Envelope $70OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tote $60OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Coin Holder/Ashtray Cup $29OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Illuminated Door Sills $415OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Emergency Assistance Kit $75OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
First Aid Kit $30OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Frameless HomeLink Mirror $175OptionalOptional—Optional
Illuminated Cargo Sills $400OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Integrated Dashcam $499OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Key Glove Set $23OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Logo Side Puddle Lamp $175OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Toyota Multimedia Screen Protector $105OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Quick-Charging Cable Package $75OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Rear Hatch Cargo Lamps $350OptionalOptional—Optional
Universal Tablet Holder $99OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
UV Sunshade (Windshield) $130—Optional——
Panoramic View Monitor $600—OptionalStandard—
Connected Services $325OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
SiriusXM Trial Offering: 33 Months $350OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Standard Wheels —StandardStandard—
20" Black Satin Wheels $1,750—OptionalOptional—
Blueprint OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Celestial Silver Metallic Optional——Optional
Heavy Metal $475—OptionalOptional—
Midnight Black Metallic OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Ruby Flare Pearl $475OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Storm Cloud OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Wind Chill Pearl $475OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Black Fabric Optional———
Black Leather —OptionalOptional—
Black SofTex ———Optional
Light Gray Fabric Optional———
Light Gray Leather —OptionalOptional—
Light Gray SofTex ———Optional
Portobello Leather ——Optional—

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem press release, Oem press release, Oem press release, Third party, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: options. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; tap for which.

Year by year

YearEnginesDriveFuel economyCrash ratingRecalls Owner complaintsMost-reported problemCarPlay
2026 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp
2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 265 hp
2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 187 hp		AWD, FWD22–36 mpg 5 of 5 0 0 — —
2025 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp
2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 265 hp
2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 187 hp		AWD, FWD22–36 mpg 5 of 5 3 75 Unknown or other (21) Yes
2024 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 265 hp
2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 265 hp
2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 187 hp		AWD, FWD22–36 mpg Not rated 4 240 Unknown or other (59) Yes

Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.

Which years have…

Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayThird row (7+ seats)AWD or 4WDTows 5,000 lb or morePower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof

Apple lists CarPlay for: Grand Highlander 2024–2025 (Apple).

Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV HEV AWD5 StandardStandard 00
2026 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV HEV FWD5 StandardStandard 00
2026 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV N/A AWD5 StandardStandard 00
2026 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV N/A FWD5 StandardStandard 00
2025 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 375
2025 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 375
2025 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 20
2025 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 20
2025 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER LATER RELEASE SUV AWD5 NoNo 122
2024 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 4233
2024 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER SUV FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 4233
2024 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 37
2024 Toyota GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID SUV FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 37

Source: NHTSA.

Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 23
2026Grand Highlander AWD Limited/PlatinumAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 22
2026Grand Highlander HybridAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 36
2026Grand Highlander Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 27–34
2026Grand Highlander LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24
2026Grand Highlander LimitedAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24
2025Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 23
2025Grand Highlander AWD Limited/PlatinumAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 22
2025Grand Highlander HybridAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 36
2025Grand Highlander Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 27–34
2025Grand Highlander LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24
2025Grand Highlander LimitedAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24
2024Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 23
2024Grand Highlander AWD Limited/PlatinumAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 22
2024Grand Highlander HybridAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 36
2024Grand Highlander Hybrid AWDAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo		 27–34
2024Grand Highlander Hybrid LimitedAuto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 34
2024Grand Highlander LE/XLEAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24
2024Grand Highlander LimitedAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo 24

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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