| Toyota Grand Highlander | |
|---|---|
 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Limited (US) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Model code | AS10[1] |
| Production | August 2023 – present[2] |
| Model years | 2024–present |
| Assembly |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV[4] |
| Body style | 5-doorSUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | TNGA:GA-K[5] |
| Chassis | Unibody |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output | |
| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Power-split (Hybrid) Parallel (Hybrid MAX) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm (116.1 in) |
| Length | 201.4 in (5,116 mm) |
| Width | 78.3 in (1,989 mm) |
| Height | 70.1 in (1,781 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4,300–4,920 lb (1,950–2,232 kg) |
TheToyota Grand Highlander is amid-size crossover SUV[4] with three-row seating produced byToyota since 2023. The Grand Highlander was introduced for the North American market on February 8, 2023. While sharing the nameplate and theGA-K platform with theregular Highlander, the Grand Highlander is longer, taller, and wider, and features entirely different exterior and interior styling.[6][7]
In the North American market, the Grand Highlander is positioned between the smaller Highlander and the largerTundra-basedSequoia.[8] It is available in five grade levels: XLE, Limited, and Platinum since 2023, Nightshade since 2024, and LE starting in 2025.[9] TheLexus equivalent is known as theLexus TX, and is also exclusive to North America.
Engine (Trans) Trim | Gas (8sp.auto) | Hybrid (eCVT) | Hybrid MAX (6sp.auto) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LE |  Yes | Yes |  No |
| XLE | Yes | Yes | No |
| Limited | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Nightshade | No | Yes | No |
| Platinum | Yes | No | Yes |
The Grand Highlander exclusively usesfour-cylinder powertrains. The gas models use theturbocharged 2.4-literT24A-FTS engine producing up to 265 hp (198 kW; 269 PS) and 310 lb⋅ft (420 N⋅m) of torque. The 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain from theregular Highlander, using the naturally-aspirated 2.5-literA25A-FXS engine, is available on LE, XLE, and Limited and standard on Nightshade; it is advertised for a maximum of 245 hp (183 kW; 248 PS) combined. Also available is a turbocharged hybrid powertrain from theCrown Crossover, marketed as "Hybrid MAX," which pairs electric motors with theT24A-FTS.[11] Hybrid MAX is available on Limited and Platinum.
The gas and Hybrid MAX models have a 5,000 lb (2,268 kg)towing capacity, while the Hybrid models are rated to tow 3,500 lb (1,588 kg).
Model Spec | Gas T24A-FTS | Hybrid A25A-FXS | Hybrid MAX T24A-FTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | Torque | Power | Torque | Power | Torque | ||
| Output | Combined, net | 265 hp (198 kW) | 310 lb⋅ft (420 N⋅m) | 245 hp (183 kW) | 177 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) | 362 hp (270 kW) | 400 lb⋅ft (540 N⋅m) |
| Gasoline engine | 265 hp (198 kW) at 6000 | 310 lb⋅ft (420 N⋅m) at 1700-3600 | 186 hp (139 kW) at 6000 | 175 lb⋅ft (237 N⋅m) at 3600–5200 | 271 hp (202 kW) at 6000 | 339 lb⋅ft (460 N⋅m) at 2000–3000 | |
| Electric motor, front | — | — | 88 kW (118 hp) | 149 lb⋅ft (202 N⋅m) | 61 kW (82 hp) | 215.4 lb⋅ft (292.0 N⋅m) | |
| Electric motor, rear | — | — | 40 kW (54 hp) | 89 lb⋅ft (121 N⋅m) | 58.6 kW (79 hp) | 124 lb⋅ft (168 N⋅m) | |
The 2024 model year Grand Highlander was not awarded by theIIHS, as it did not receive a Good rating in the driver-side small overlap front crash test to be qualified for a safety award.[13]
| Small overlap front | Acceptable |
| Moderate overlap front (original test) | Good |
| Side (updated test) | Good |
| Headlights (varies by trim/option) | Acceptable |
| Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian | Good |
| Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Good |
In 2024, for the 2025 model year, two new trims were introduced: a low-cost LE trim slotting below the XLE trim, and a Hybrid Nightshade trim with the same feature profile as the Limited trim, blacked-out elements such as 20-inch alloy rims and mirror caps, and the 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain featured on the Hybrid XLE and Limited trims.[15]
As standard equipment, the LE trim receives features such as 8-passenger seating with 2nd-row bench seats, a power liftgate, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and heated outer mirrors with blind spot monitors. It is available with either the 2.4-liter turbocharged engine or the 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain.
| Year | United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Hybrid | ||
| 2023 | 48,036[16] | 11,986[16] | 4,383[17] |
| 2024 | 71,721[18] | 26,119 | |
