2025 Toyota Grand Highlander: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The biggest change for the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander is a new LE base trim offered with gas and regular-hybrid powertrains. Toyota also adds the style-focused Hybrid Nightshade edition, while the rest of this three-row SUV carries over without major mechanical or technology updates.

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About the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

1st generation (2024-present), second model year.

Toyota positions the Grand Highlander as the family-focused three-row SUV for shoppers who need more usable space than the regular Highlander. The big selling points are an adult-friendly third row, substantial cargo room behind it, and a wide powertrain spread: conventional gas, efficient hybrid, or high-output Hybrid MAX. The model’s core identity is everyday family practicality with a more spacious cabin and more powertrain choice than many midsize SUV rivals.

The 2025 Grand Highlander remains a roomy three-row family SUV, with the LE serving as the practical starting point and the XLE adding everyday comfort such as heated front seats. Limited brings leather seating and premium JBL audio, while the 362-horsepower MAX Limited and MAX Platinum pair standard AWD with the stronger Hybrid MAX system. The gas Platinum focuses on comfort and visibility features, including a panoramic roof, head-up display, 360-degree camera view, and digital rearview mirror.

What changed, by category

Trim lineup

A new LE base trim joins both the gas and regular-hybrid lineups, with eight-passenger seating, three-zone climate control, a power liftgate, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen.

Styling

The new Hybrid Nightshade edition gives the regular hybrid a more style-focused appearance while retaining the comfort, audio, and parking-assistance equipment associated with the Limited trim.

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander specs and features by trim

Feature	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderLE3 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderXLE14 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderLimited3 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderPlatinum1 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderNightshade0 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderMAX Limited1 in stock	2025 Toyota Grand HighlanderMAX Platinum0 in stock
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.4 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, ECVT	Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, ECVT	Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, ECVT	Automatic, 8-Spd	Automatic, ECVT	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Gas / Hybrid	Gas / Hybrid	Gas / Hybrid	Gas	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
MPG City	21–36 mpg	21–37 mpg	21–36 mpg	20 mpg	36 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg
MPG Highway	28–32 mpg	28–34 mpg	28–32 mpg	26 mpg	32 mpg	27 mpg	27 mpg
Horsepower	245–265 hp	245–265 hp	245–265 hp	265 hp	245 hp	362 hp	362 hp
Torque	175–310 lb-ft	175–310 lb-ft	175–310 lb-ft	310 lb-ft	175 lb-ft	400 lb-ft	400 lb-ft
Max Towing	3500–5000 lb	3500–5000 lb	3500–5000 lb	5000 lb	3500 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft	97.5 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	33.5 in	33.5 in	33.5 in	33.5 in	33.5 in	33.5 in	33.5 in
Seats	7	8	8	7	7	7	7
Doors	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Lane Departure Warning
Park Assist
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Rear View Camera
360 Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
LED Daytime Running Lights
Panorama Moon Roof
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Head-Up Display
LCD Instrument Cluster
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Smartphone Interface
Subwoofer
Comfort & Convenience
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Interior Ambient Lighting
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Memory Driver's Seat
Power Driver Seat
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Rear Window Shades
Third Row Seat
Ventilated Front Seats

How the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander compares

The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander is mostly a carryover with no major lineup-wide changes. The main updates are small appearance tweaks: Hybrid Nightshade gets a black badge overlay, while Hybrid MAX models receive a gunmetal gray grille treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

What changed on the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander?

The 2025 Grand Highlander adds two trims: a new LE base grade for gas and regular-hybrid models, plus a Hybrid Nightshade edition. The overall design, core powertrain families, standard safety suite, and 12.3-inch touchscreen carry over.

Is the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander a redesign?

No. The 2025 Grand Highlander is the second model year of the first generation, and it receives trim additions rather than a redesign or major refresh.

Which Toyota Grand Highlander trims are new for 2025?

The LE and Hybrid Nightshade trims are new for 2025. LE becomes the starting trim for the gas and regular-hybrid lineups, while Nightshade is a style-focused regular hybrid with standard AWD.

What does the new 2025 Grand Highlander LE include?

The 2025 Grand Highlander LE includes eight-passenger seating, three-zone automatic climate control, a power liftgate, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also has Toyota’s standard safety suite, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

Does the 2025 Grand Highlander still have gas, hybrid, and Hybrid MAX versions?

Yes. The 2025 lineup continues with gas, regular-hybrid, and stronger Hybrid MAX powertrains. The Hybrid MAX system produces 362 combined horsepower and comes with AWD on MAX Limited and MAX Platinum.

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Reviews

What owners are saying about the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander.

4.4

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

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5 stars (3)

4 stars (1)

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1 star (0)

“The air conditioner in the seats are only fans. They do not cool anything. In az, air-conditioned seats are a must!”

NFNicole F.
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander FWD