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Toyota Grand Highlander

Seven carry-ons behind row three. Hybrid MAX brings 362 hp.1

Researched November 9, 2026 from 34 sources

At a glance

0200400
243–362 hpPower
0510
5.6–8.3 s0–60 mph
0100200
182–190 km/hTop speed
0300600
240–540 N·mTorque
01,2502,500
1,950–2,258 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.1211121314

Engine
Gas: 2.4 L turbo I4; Hybrid: 2.5 L I4; Hybrid MAX: 2.4 L turbo I4 hybrid2
Layout
Front-engine; FWD or AWD; Hybrid MAX AWD only210
Gearbox
Gas: 8-speed auto; Hybrid: eCVT; Hybrid MAX: 6-speed auto2
Built at
TMMI, Princeton, Indiana, United States (exclusive assembly)28

The story

The AS10 Grand Highlander fills Toyota's gap between Highlander and Sequoia with an adult-sized third row. Built on TNGA-K, it has a Lexus TX counterpart.123

2023: Chicago world premiere · Summer launch from Princeton · Hybrid XLE AWD: 585-mile EPA range · Small-overlap test: Acceptable20232024: 10Best with 5.7-second Hybrid MAX pace · June curtain-airbag recall · LE and Nightshade announced for 202520242026: 2027 Woodland adds tires and a cooler2026 Toyota Kluger / Highlander (first generation): 2000–2007Toyota Highlander (second generation) (XU40): 2007–2013XU40Toyota Highlander (third generation): 2013 debut; 2014 launchToyota Highlander (third generation)Toyota Grand Highlander (AS10): 2023–presentAS10 200020052010201520202025
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones2181920
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YearWhat happened
2000–2007Toyota Kluger / Highlander (first generation)
2007–2013Toyota Highlander (second generation) (XU40)
2013 debut; 2014 launchToyota Highlander (third generation)
2023–presentToyota Grand Highlander (AS10)
2023Chicago world premiere
2023Summer launch from Princeton
2023Hybrid XLE AWD: 585-mile EPA range
2023Small-overlap test: Acceptable
202410Best with 5.7-second Hybrid MAX pace
2024June curtain-airbag recall
2024LE and Nightshade announced for 2025
20262027 Woodland adds tires and a cooler
  1. 2023

    Chicago world premiere

    February 8 brings the world premiere of the 2024 Grand Highlander, just before the Chicago Auto Show opens.4

  2. 2023

    Summer launch from Princeton

    The 2024 range launches in summer, built only in Princeton, Indiana: 5,116 mm long, with a 2,950-mm wheelbase and 97.5 cu ft with rear rows folded.12

  3. 2023

    Hybrid XLE AWD: 585-mile EPA range

    The 2024 Hybrid XLE AWD pairs its 245-hp system with 34 mpg EPA combined and a 585-mile EPA range.5

  4. 2023

    Small-overlap test: Acceptable

    The 2024 model misses an IIHS award: small-overlap performance is Acceptable, while original moderate-overlap and updated side tests earn Good.2

  5. 2024

    10Best with 5.7-second Hybrid MAX pace

    The 2024 Hybrid MAX Limited brings 362 hp, a tested 5.7-second 0–60 mph run, 27 mpg EPA combined, and 5,000-lb towing as the family earns 10Best.16

  6. 2024

    June curtain-airbag recall

    A June 20 recall targets certain 2024 gas and Hybrid models: curtain airbags may inflate incorrectly with a front window down; the fix replaces both assemblies.7

  7. 2024

    LE and Nightshade announced for 2025

    For 2025, LE adds eight-seat gas and Hybrid choices; Hybrid Nightshade starts from Hybrid Limited and adds black 20-inch wheels.8

  8. 2026

    2027 Woodland adds tires and a cooler

    Announced October 1, the 2027 Hybrid Woodland adds all-terrain tires, 12 mm more ground clearance, and a removable second-row cooler.9

Every generation

  • Toyota Kluger / Highlander (first generation)
    Toyota Kluger / Highlander (first generation)2000–2007
  • Toyota Highlander (second generation)
    XU402007–2013
  • Toyota Highlander (third generation)
    Toyota Highlander (third generation)2013 debut; 2014 launch
  • Toyota Grand Highlander
    AS102023–present

Power over the years

From 243 hp to 362 hp in 0 years.

0100200300400 202420262028 hp 2024 · 243 hp · Hybrid AWD (Canada, launch)2024 · 245 hp · Hybrid (U.S. launch)2024 · 265 hp · 2.4 L turbo gas2024 · 362 hp · Hybrid MAX2027 · 245 hp · Hybrid AWD (Canada) 362 hp Hybrid MAX 243 hp Hybrid AWD (Canada, launch)
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YearHorsepowerModel
2024243Hybrid AWD (Canada, launch)
2024245Hybrid (U.S. launch)
20242652.4 L turbo gas
2024362Hybrid MAX
2027245Hybrid AWD (Canada)

Versions

10 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    LE

    2025–present

    265 hp

  • Standard

    Hybrid LE

    2025–present

    245 hp

  • Standard

    XLE

    2024–present

    265 hp
  • Hybrid XLE

    Standard

    Hybrid XLE

    2024–present

    245 hp
  • Limited

    Standard

    Limited

    2024–present

    265 hp

  • Standard

    Platinum

    2024–present

    265 hp

  • Performance

    Hybrid MAX Limited

    2024–2026

    362 hp
  • Hybrid MAX Platinum

    Performance

    Hybrid MAX Platinum

    2024–present

    362 hp
  • Hybrid Nightshade

    Special

    Hybrid Nightshade

    2025–2026

    245 hp

  • Special

    Hybrid Woodland Edition

    2027

    245 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • Upright, boxy front end with straight lines and sharp corners.10
  • Wide-set taillights and flared rear wheel arches emphasize the broad rear end.8

Year by year

  1. 2025

    New LE wears 18-inch 5-spoke alloys; Hybrid Nightshade arrives with black 20-inch wheels and black exterior trim.8

  2. 2025

    Cement and Heavy Metal replace launch-era Coastal Cream; availability depends on grade.813

  3. 2026

    Hybrid Nightshade gains a black badge overlay; the rest of the exterior carries over.13

  4. 2027

    New Hybrid Woodland Edition brings matte-black 18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires and 12 mm more clearance.9

  5. 2027

    Hybrid MAX Platinum turns its grille mesh, hood trim, roof rails, window trim, mirror caps and antenna black.9

  6. 2027

    Gas and Hybrid XLE switch to dark-gray 18-inch wheels.9

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Toyota Grand Highlander
    Grand Highlander
    Photo of a Toyota Highlander (2020–2026)
    Toyota Highlander (2020–2026)

    Toyota Highlander (2020–2026)

    The regular Highlander has a swept nose, black A-pillars and a sloping roof; the Grand is boxier, with RAV4-like rear lamps.1018

Against its rivals

  • Honda Pilot Elite AWD (2023)

    Grand Highlander vs Honda Pilot Elite AWD (2023)

    0–97 km/h lower is better

    Grand Highlander5.6 s
    Honda Pilot Elite AWD (2023)7.2 s
    3
  • Kia Telluride Hybrid (2027)

    Grand Highlander vs Kia Telluride Hybrid (2027)

    0–97 km/h lower is better

    Grand Highlander5.8 s
    Kia Telluride Hybrid (2027)6.4 s
    14

Prices

Value today $42.5K–$55.4K2526

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K$80K 202420262028 Value today: $42,500–$55,400 2024 · $43,070 · US base MSRP, gas2024 · $44,670 · US base MSRP, Hybrid2024 · $54,040 · US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX2025 · $40,860 · US base MSRP, LE FWD2025 · $44,210 · US base MSRP, Hybrid LE2025 · $54,690 · US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX Limited2026 · $42,260 · US base MSRP, LE2026 · $45,610 · US base MSRP, Hybrid LE2026 · $54,090 · US base MSRP, Hybrid Nightshade2026 · $60,175 · US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX Platinum 2024 · $43,070 · US base MSRP, 2024 model year 2026 · $42,500 · 2024, 17,660 miles; sold 06/17/2026, Bidbus2026 · $51,500 · 2025, 27,044 miles; sold 08/26/2026, Bidbus2026 · $55,400 · 2025, 9,490 miles; sold 09/09/2026, Bidbus2026 · $60,400 · 2026 Grand Highlander, mileage 3,441, BIDBUS2026 · $58,700 · 2025 Grand Highlander, mileage 16,500, BIDBUS2026 · $55,200 · 2026 Grand Highlander, mileage 3,577, BIDBUS $60.4K BIDBUS, 2026
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2024Launch price$43,070US base MSRP, 2024 model year
2024Price when new$43,070US base MSRP, gas
2024Price when new$44,670US base MSRP, Hybrid
2024Price when new$54,040US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX
2025Price when new$40,860US base MSRP, LE FWD
2025Price when new$44,210US base MSRP, Hybrid LE
2025Price when new$54,690US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX Limited
2026Price when new$42,260US base MSRP, LE
2026Price when new$45,610US base MSRP, Hybrid LE
2026Price when new$54,090US base MSRP, Hybrid Nightshade
2026Price when new$60,175US base MSRP, Hybrid MAX Platinum
2026Auction sale$42,5002024, 17,660 miles; sold 06/17/2026, Bidbus
2026Auction sale$51,5002025, 27,044 miles; sold 08/26/2026, Bidbus
2026Auction sale$55,4002025, 9,490 miles; sold 09/09/2026, Bidbus
2026Auction sale$60,4002026 Grand Highlander, mileage 3,441, BIDBUS
2026Auction sale$58,7002025 Grand Highlander, mileage 16,500, BIDBUS
2026Auction sale$55,2002026 Grand Highlander, mileage 3,577, BIDBUS
2026Value today$42,500–$55,400

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 10 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “362 hp made it Toyota's strongest midsize SUV”
    • “500 Switch consoles and a Mario Kart show car”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 4 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
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Sources

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