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Toyota Highlander

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$46,270
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Our Expert's Take

By Jennifer Geiger

The 2026 Toyota Highlander now features standard all-wheel drive across all trims, starting at $47,865 (including destination). It offers gas and hybrid powertrains, with seating for up to eight. Safety is prioritized with the standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ suite, which includes collision warning, automatic braking and adaptive cruise control. Read full review

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Available trims

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  • XLE AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $46,270
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • XLE AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $46,270
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • XLE AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $46,270
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • XSE AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $48,340
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • XSE AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $48,340
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • XSE AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $48,340
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Limited AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $50,725
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Limited AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $50,725
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Limited AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $50,725
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    8
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Platinum AWD (GS)
    Starts at
    $53,925
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Platinum AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $53,925
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • Platinum AWD (SE)
    Starts at
    $53,925
    MPG
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Gasoline I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • Three-row mid-size SUV
  • Seats seven or eight
  • Turbo four-cylinder or hybrid powertrain
  • AWD is standard for 2026
  • Generous standard active-safety features

The good & the bad

The good

  • Interior quality
  • Cabin storage
  • 5,000-pound towing capacity (gas engine)
  • Hybrid’s estimated gas mileage
  • Helpful small-items storage areas

The bad

  • Automatic transmission kickdown response
  • Cargo space
  • Third-row comfort
  • Brake-pedal feel (hybrid)
  • Base trim dropped for 2026
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Expert 2026 Toyota Highlander review

Our expert's take
By Jennifer Geiger
Full article

The 2026 Toyota Highlander is going all in on all-wheel drive; gas-powered versions no longer come standard with front-wheel drive, increasing its base price. The new base variant starts at $46,765, including a $1,495 destination fee — well above 2025’s $41,815 base price for the entry LE FWD model. Throughout the trim lineup, prices are up $200 over the outgoing model.

Related: Which 3-Row SUVs Offer Captain’s Chairs?

For the new model year, the Highlander sees fewer trims. Gas versions will be available in XLE, XSE, Limited and Platinum trims, and hybrid models will be available in XLE, Limited and Platinum (all Highlander Hybrids already come standard with AWD). The Nightshade and 25th Anniversary trims aren’t available for 2026.

How Much Is the 2026 Toyota Highlander?

Full pricing is as follows:

  • XLE: $46,765
  • XSE: $48,835
  • Limited: $51,220
  • Platinum: $54,420
  • Hybrid XLE: $48,515
  • Hybrid Limited: $52,970
  • Hybrid Platinum: $56,170

What’s New and What’s Not on the 2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Aside from the driveline news, the Highlander largely carries over for 2026. Gas versions get power from a 265-horsepower, turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine making 310 pounds-feet of torque paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Highlander Hybrids pair a normally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder with three electric motors and a continuously variable automatic.

Inside, the 2026 Highlander has standard captain’s chairs with seating for seven; an optional second-row bench seat on XLE and Limited grades increases capacity to eight. The three-row SUV again comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system; a 12.3-inch system is available.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is standard on the 2026 Toyota Highlander and includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane-centering steering, road-sign recognition and automatic high beams. Blind spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard.

When Does the 2026 Toyota Highlander Go on Sale?

Gas and hybrid versions of the 2026 Toyota Highlander will go on sale in November.

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Hellbent on finding a journalism job after earning an English degree from DePaul University, I stumbled into the automotive industry in 2003 — much to the delight of my Corvette-obsessed dad. After working as an editor at Consumer Guide Automotive for several years, I joined Cars.com in 2011 and am currently an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. I wear a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan. My first car was a 1994 Mercury Tracer, and I currently drive a 2012 Mazda5.

2026 Toyota Highlander review: Our expert's take
By Jennifer Geiger

The 2026 Toyota Highlander is going all in on all-wheel drive; gas-powered versions no longer come standard with front-wheel drive, increasing its base price. The new base variant starts at $46,765, including a $1,495 destination fee — well above 2025’s $41,815 base price for the entry LE FWD model. Throughout the trim lineup, prices are up $200 over the outgoing model.

Related: Which 3-Row SUVs Offer Captain’s Chairs?

For the new model year, the Highlander sees fewer trims. Gas versions will be available in XLE, XSE, Limited and Platinum trims, and hybrid models will be available in XLE, Limited and Platinum (all Highlander Hybrids already come standard with AWD). The Nightshade and 25th Anniversary trims aren’t available for 2026.

How Much Is the 2026 Toyota Highlander?

Full pricing is as follows:

  • XLE: $46,765
  • XSE: $48,835
  • Limited: $51,220
  • Platinum: $54,420
  • Hybrid XLE: $48,515
  • Hybrid Limited: $52,970
  • Hybrid Platinum: $56,170

What’s New and What’s Not on the 2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Aside from the driveline news, the Highlander largely carries over for 2026. Gas versions get power from a 265-horsepower, turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine making 310 pounds-feet of torque paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Highlander Hybrids pair a normally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder with three electric motors and a continuously variable automatic.

Inside, the 2026 Highlander has standard captain’s chairs with seating for seven; an optional second-row bench seat on XLE and Limited grades increases capacity to eight. The three-row SUV again comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system; a 12.3-inch system is available.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is standard on the 2026 Toyota Highlander and includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane-centering steering, road-sign recognition and automatic high beams. Blind spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard.

When Does the 2026 Toyota Highlander Go on Sale?

Gas and hybrid versions of the 2026 Toyota Highlander will go on sale in November.

Read More About the Toyota Highlander:

Related Video:

Cars.com’s Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. In line with Cars.com’s long-standing ethics policy, editors and reviewers don’t accept gifts or free trips from automakers. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.com’s advertising, sales and sponsored content departments.

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Safety review

Based on the 2026 Toyota Highlander base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
Combined side rating front seat
Combined side rating rear seat
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
Overall side crash rating
Rollover rating
Side barrier rating
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 3 reviews
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Comfort
4.3
Interior
4.3
Performance
4.3
Value
4.3
Exterior
4.7
Reliability
4.7

Most recent

  • By Annette from Brunswick, OH
    Owns this car
    July 21, 2026

    Like the Highlander.

    Like the Highlander. I purchased a platinum and got a lot of little extras, except for the one I really need. The easy exit and entry was taken out of the Highlander (at least the platinum). Because of my height (short), I have the seat very high, so I can see the front of the car. When I get out, I hit my knees against the steering wheel (because it doesn’t go up, just out). And getting in, I hit my head most of the time on the doorway. So I do not recommend this car for anyone 5’6” or shorter. If you are taller and can see the front of the hood without lifting the seat, then this is your car. Unfortunately, when I purchased the car my salesman and the dealership manager both thought that this car had this feature, they were wrong. The rest of the car is fine, nothing that I’m not used to in a Toyota.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Charlie Mac from Southern Pines, NC
    Owns this car
    April 26, 2026

    The Highlander Platinum is the best vehicle in its class.

    The Highlander Platinum is the best vehicle in its class. The ride is exceptional. The driver's seat is multi-adjustable. Very easy to sit the way you want. Great storage in the front cabin space. Great storage behind the second row seat. Exterior paint(pearl white) is above its class. MPG in the Hybrid model is fantastic. This is my 10th Highlander.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Atlanta Auto Examiner from Atlanta Ga
    Owns this car
    March 31, 2026

    The 2026 Toyota Highlander is a solid contender in the

    The 2026 Toyota Highlander is a solid contender in the midsize SUV market, offering a blend of comfort, practicality and modern features. Its standout qualities include a smooth ride, a spacious cabin for up to eight passengers and a suite of advanced safety features. The 2.4L turbocharged engine delivers 265 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive, ensuring a confident driving experience. For those prioritizing efficiency, the hybrid model achieves up to 35 mpg combined. Inside, the Highlander impresses with its optional 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and available leather-trimmed seats. However, the third row remains cramped, making it better suited for children. Cargo space is adequate but not class-leading, with 16 cubic feet behind the third row and up to 84 cubic feet with all seats folded. While the Highlander excels in comfort and reliability, it faces stiff competition from rivals like the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade, which offer more engaging designs and slightly better value. Starting at $47,840, the Highlander is a dependable choice for families, though it may not excite those seeking a more dynamic or luxurious ride.
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    • Does recommend this car
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2026 Toyota Highlander?

The 2026 Toyota Highlander is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Limited (3 styles)
  • Platinum (3 styles)
  • XLE (3 styles)
  • XSE (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2026 Toyota Highlander?

The 2026 Toyota Highlander offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2026 Toyota Highlander reliable?

The 2026 Toyota Highlander has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2026 Toyota Highlander owners.

Is the 2026 Toyota Highlander a good SUV?

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4.3 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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