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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is a three-row midsize SUV that comes in three trim levels: XLE, Limited and Platinum. Two hybrid setups are available. The base powertrain combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with a pair of electric motors for a total of 245 horsepower. It uses a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and drives the front wheels. Buyers can opt to add a third electric motor that, positioned on the rear axle, makes the vehicle all-wheel drive. Keep reading for more detail on the upgraded Hybrid Max as well as the Grand Highlander's significant standard features and options.

The Hybrid Max uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a single electric motor to produce 362 horsepower. It uses a six-speed automatic transmission. All Grand Highlander Hybrids are all-wheel-drive.

The XLE trim level only comes with the 245-hp hybrid setup. The midlevel Limited is available with either the base or the Max powertrain, while the Platinum is powered exclusively by the Max hybrid system.

XLE
The entry-level Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid comes well equipped, with:

  • 18-inch wheels
  • Power liftgate
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Power-adjustable front seats
  • Choice of second-row bench seat (eight-passenger capacity) or captain's chairs (seven passengers)
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • Digital key (allows the owner to use a paired smartphone as a key)
  • Second-row sunshades

The XLE also comes with:

  • 12.3-inch touchscreen
  • Six-speaker audio system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality (both with wireless connectivity)
  • Wireless smartphone charging pad

Toyota's Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on all Grand Highlanders. This comprehensive collection of advanced driver assist systems includes:

  • Frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
  • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

Limited
Includes all of the XLE's features, plus:

  • Available 362-hp Hybrid Max powertrain
  • 20-inch wheels
  • LED running lights and foglights
  • Power-folding side mirrors
  • Leather upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats with memory settings
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated outboard second-row seats
  • Ambient lighting
  • Full digital instrument cluster
  • 11-speaker JBL sound system
  • Front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Hands-free power liftgate

Platinum
The top-of-the-line Grand Highlander Hybrid is available exclusively with the Hybrid Max powertrain. In addition, it includes:

  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Ventilated outboard second-row seats
  • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
  • Digital rearview mirror (provides a clear view out of the rear window even when the view is obstructed by people or cargo)
  • 360-degree parking camera
  • Traffic Jam Assist (allows for hands-free driving under certain conditions on some highways)

Which Grand Highlander Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?

The base XLE will satisfy buyers on a budget, but those with a little extra dough will find the step up to the Limited worth it. Ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, leather upholstery, and an upgraded JBL sound system are meaningful comfort upgrades, and parking sensors with automatic braking front and rear help protect your investment. We also think opting for the more powerful Hybrid Max powertrain is worth the money.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Piscataway, NJ
Vehicle
Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE
Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Limited
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum
Vehicle
XLE
2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
Starting MSRP
$45,020
Avg Price Paid
$44,420
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MAX Limited
2.4L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A
Starting MSRP
$54,390
Avg Price Paid
$53,665
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MAX Platinum
2.4L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A
Starting MSRP
$58,475
Avg Price Paid
$57,695
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Parking assistance
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
leather
leather/sueded microfiber
leather/sueded microfiber
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
optional
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm
362 hp @ 6,000 rpm
362 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
400 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
400 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.5 l
2.5 l
2.4 l
2.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
6-speed automatic
6-speed automatic
Tire size
255/65R18
255/55R20
255/55R20
255/55R20
Wheel size
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
37 / 34 / 36 MPG
36 / 32 / 34 MPG
26 / 27 / 27 MPG
26 / 27 / 27 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.2 gal.
17.2 gal.
17.2 gal.
17.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
636 / 585 miles
619 / 550 miles
447 / 464 miles
447 / 464 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
Curb weight
4,455 lb.
4,710 lb.
4,920 lb.
4,920 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.0 in.
8.0 in.
8.0 in.
8.0 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.3 in.
78.3 in.
78.3 in.
78.3 in.
Height
70.1 in.
70.1 in.
70.1 in.
70.1 in.
Length
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
Wheelbase
116.1 in.
116.1 in.
116.1 in.
116.1 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
20.6 cu. ft.
20.6 cu. ft.
20.6 cu. ft.
20.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
40.0 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
60.2 in.
60.2 in.
60.2 in.
60.2 in.
Rear Head Room
40.2 in.
40.2 in.
40.2 in.
38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
58.8 in.
58.8 in.
58.8 in.
58.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Light Gray, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Black, leather
Light Gray, leather
Black, leather/sueded microfiber
Light Gray, leather/sueded microfiber
Portobello, leather/sueded microfiber
Black, leather/sueded microfiber
Light Gray, leather/sueded microfiber
Exterior
Midnight Black Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Coastal Cream
Ruby Flare Pearl
Celestial Silver Metallic
Storm Cloud
Midnight Black Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Coastal Cream
Ruby Flare Pearl
Celestial Silver Metallic
Storm Cloud
Midnight Black Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Coastal Cream
Ruby Flare Pearl
Celestial Silver Metallic
Storm Cloud
Midnight Black Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Coastal Cream
Ruby Flare Pearl
Celestial Silver Metallic
Storm Cloud