What the Hybrid XLE adds over the LE (+$4,520)
| Spec | LE | Hybrid XLE |
|---|
| EPA City MPG | 21 mpg | 37 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 28 mpg | 34 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 24 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4290 lbs | 4465 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4290 lbs | 4440 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Engine displacement | 2393 cc | 2487 cc |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo Hybrid, 4-cyl, GDI, DOHC 16-Valve, P1+P2 motors | 2.5-liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.8 gal | 17.2 gal |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6040 lbs | 6195 lbs |
| Final drive ratio | 3.3 | 3.6 |
| Transmission type | automatic | ECVT |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat including thigh support, 8-way power adjustable passenger seat, ECM Rear View Mirror + HomeLink, Heated front seats, Heated steering wheel, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Rear door - Side window curtains (Shade), Wireless device charging 15W (Qi)
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitClimate 1 standard · 0 optional
Tri-zone (Driver, Front Passenger and Rear) automatic temperature control
Convenience 2 standard · 0 optional
Power windows with auto up/down on all four windowsPush-button start with Smart Key and burglar alarm
Exterior 6 standard · 1 optional
Acoustic Front WindshieldLED Projector-style headlights with high and low beamsLED rear combination lampsPower tilt-slide sunroofPrivacy Rear Windows, 3rd row/Cargo Side Glass and Liftgate GlassRear windshield defrosterTemporary spare wheel tire
Infotainment 3 standard · 0 optional
12.3" color touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, HD Radio, SiriusXM, BluetoothAutomatic Collision NotificationConnected roadside assistanceFind My Vehicle / Last-mile locationRemote door lock/unlock via smartphone appRemote engine start via smartphone appSOS Emergency Call buttonStolen Vehicle RecoveryUSB-C Ports: 7 Total — 1 Data and Charging (Front Row) and 6 Charging (2 in each row)Wireless device charging 15W (Qi)
Interior 7 standard · 0 optional
ECM Rear View Mirror + HomeLinkHeated steering wheelLED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity MirrorsLeather-wrapped steering wheelOverhead console with sunglass holderRear door - Side window curtains (Shade)Trip computer
Powertrain 1 standard · 0 optional
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Safety 19 standard · 0 optional
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)Driver's knee airbagDual front advanced airbagsDual front seat-mounted side airbagsElectronic Stability Control (ESC)Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (FCA)Forward Collision Warning (FCW)Full-length side curtain airbagsHigh Beam Assist (HBA)Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)ImmobilizerLane Departure Warning (LDW)Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4)Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Parking Guidance-DynamicSmart Cruise Control (SCC) with STOP & GO (S&G)Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) high-lineTraction Control System (TCS)
Seating 3 standard · 0 optional
10-way power adjustable driver's seat including thigh support8-way power adjustable passenger seatHeated front seats
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Grand Highlander. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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