2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Starting at $46.065


HIGHSImpressive fuel economy, powerful Hybrid Max powertrain, third-row room for adults.

LOWSGeneric styling, uninspired handling, significant price premium for Hybrid Max powertrain.

VERDICTAll the inherent qualities and interior space of the standard Grand Highlander with a choice of two impressive hybrid powertrains.

Overview

The Grand Highlander Hybrid is arguably the most versatile member of the Highlander SUV clan. It takes the inherent goodness of the Grand Highlander and adds a choice of two hybrid powertrains that not only improve fuel economy but also introduce a surprising amount of speed to the family-SUV equation. In its most potent Grand Highlander Hybrid Max form, it hit 60 mph in just 5.6 seconds in our testing, has all-wheel drive, and can tow up to 5000 pounds. The standard Hybrid isn't nearly as quick but is almost 10 mpg more efficient in combined driving according to the EPA. Though worthy of the “Grand” title on performance alone, the prefix actually refers to its larger size. Four inches longer overall than the standard Toyota Highlander SUV, it has a far more spacious feeling inside, particularly in the third row. A host of driver-assistance features is standard. Given its broad lineup, roomy interior, value-packed features list, and sparkling performance, the Grand Highlander was a natural addition to both our 2024 10Best Trucks and SUVs list and our 2024 Editors' Choice list.

What's New for 2024?

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is new for 2024. It joins the non-hybrid Grand Highlander models, as well as the standard Highlander in Toyota's domestic lineup.

The price of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid starts at $46.065 and goes up to $59.520 depending on the trim and options.

XLE$46,065

Limited$52,455

Limited Max$55,435

Platinum Max$59,520

With two available hybrid powertrains spread over three trims, choosing the suitable Grand Highlander Hybrid is essentially a process of elimination. The XLE Hybrid comes only with the base hybrid powertrain, which makes 245 horses. Limited buyers can option up to the 362-hp Hybrid Max powertrain. Top-spec Platinum trims come only with the more powerful hybrid powerplant. While the Hybrid Max setup puts a smile on our faces, the Limited Hybrid Max's price premium over the base XLE is hard to rationalize. Even more so when considering that the XLE is already well equipped with power-adjustable heated front seats, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, a wireless smartphone charging pad, a power-operated liftgate, and a suite of driver-assistance features. Combined with its 36-mpg combined EPA fuel economy estimate, the XLE Hybrid makes for an attractive and fiscally responsible family hauler.