Edmunds Top Rated SUV 2025

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

With room for up to eight passengers and packed full of features, the Grand Highlander Hybrid is made for families
January 22nd, 2025

Why did the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid win?

It's in a class of one. The Grand Highlander Hybrid is a three-row SUV with impressive fuel economy. The base powertrain gets an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined driving. But its biggest selling point is its third row, which is comfortable enough that adults can sit there without staring daggers into the back of the other passengers' heads. Plus, it comes with Toyota's latest comprehensive suite of advanced driver aids and Toyota's voice recognition system — which is one of the best.

"Great efficiency and a cabin full of family-friendly features might not seem exciting, but mention them to any parent, and it'll get their attention." — Brian Wong, senior reviews editor

What stood out?

Besides more space, a comfy third row and plenty of cargo space, the Grand Highlander Hybrid comes with your choice of worthy powertrains: an uber-efficient 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a much more powerful turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder called the Hybrid Max. The latter has a whopping 362 horsepower but significantly stunts fuel economy, returning an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined. You get the choice between maximum efficiency and maximum power.

Note: Pricing includes destination.
8.4/10Edmunds Rating
$46,415 - $59,870MSRP
27-36 MPGEPA estimate
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