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2025 Toyota Highlander

XLE Nightshade Hybrid AWD

Hybrid AWD MSRP $47,020Compare this trim against anything →

What the XLE Nightshade Hybrid adds over the LE (+$7,500)

SpecLEXLE Nightshade Hybrid
Curb weight (maximum)4155 lbs4515 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4155 lbs4515 lbs
Aspirationtwin turbonaturally aspirated
Engine displacement2393 cc2487 cc
Horsepower265 hp243 hp
Torque310 lb-ft175 lb-ft
Engine type (full description)2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged DOHC2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Fuel tank capacity17.9 gal17.1 gal
Gross vehicle weight rating5870 lbs6000 lbs
Front headroom41.2 in39.6 in
MPG (city)22 mpg35 mpg
MPG (combined)25 mpg35 mpg
MPG (highway)29 mpg35 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$39,520$47,020
Passenger seating capacity87
Second-row shoulder room58.7 in58.4 in
Total interior volume141.8 cu-ft139.5 cu-ft
Final drive ratio3.33.6
Transmission typeautomaticElectronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode

Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support, 12.3-in. color digital gauge cluster with odometer, trip/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, AWD torque distribution (AWD models only), cruise control guide, audio details, hands-free incoming call notices, telephone information, Eco Driving Indicator, and energy monitor (HV models only), 18-in. machined-finish alloy wheels and P235/65R18 tires, 20-in. black alloy wheels and P235/55R20 tires, 7-passenger seating with second-row fold-down captain's chairs and fold-down inboard armrests, adjustable headrests and two cup holders mounted on the floor; and 60/40 split, fold-flat third-row seats with sliding headrests and recline function, 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, Acoustic noise-reducing front side windows, All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Ambient interior lighting, Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener, Black-capped heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and manual folding feature, Black-finish roof rails, Chrome-plated interior door handles, Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, power folding, reverse tilt-down with memory feature, and puddle lights with integrated Highlander logo, Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, power folding, reverse tilt-down with memory feature, and puddle lights with integrated Highlander logo, Color-keyed side rocker panels with chrome-plated lower trim, Grille shutters, Heated and ventilated front seats, Heated front seats, Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection, High-output LED fog lights, Leather-trimmed shift knob and heated tilt/telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Steering Assist (LSA) and multimedia information controls, Ornamental dash trim and faux wood door trim, Power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade and one-touch open/close, Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light, Second-row sunshades, Silver-finish roof rails, Silver-painted roof rails, Two 120V outlets (1500W shared) located on the bottom rear of center console and in the luggage area

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter338 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter338 mm
Rear brake typesolid disc
Parking brake typeepb

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row84.3 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row48.4 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 3rd row16 cu-ft
Total interior volume139.5 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandToyota Safety Connect / Drive Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Wi-Fi Connect
Connected services trial (premium tier)12 months
Connected services trial (standard tier)120 months

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance8 in
Overall height68.1 in
Overall length194.9 in
Overall width76 in
Wheelbase112.2 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2487 cc
Fuel injection systemD-4S
Engine type (full description)2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower243 hp
Torque175 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)35 mpg
MPG (combined)35 mpg
MPG (highway)35 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity17.1 gal

Headroom

Front headroom39.6 in
Second-row headroom39.4 in
Third-row headroom36.1 in

Legroom

Front legroom42 in
Second-row legroom38.7 in
Third-row legroom28 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$47,020

Seating

Passenger seating capacity7

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room59 in
Second-row shoulder room58.4 in
Third-row shoulder room55 in

Steering

Steering typeElectric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)18.7 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar; trailing-wishbone
Rear suspension typeMulti-link with stabilizer bar

Tires

Tire sizeP235/65R18

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.6
Transmission typeElectronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)4515 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4515 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating6000 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in
Wheel materialalloy

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety20 std · 0 opt

  • Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ — Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
  • Backup camera with projected path / Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
  • Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ — Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
  • Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ — Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
  • 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver's-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) on all passenger seatbelts
  • Adjustable front seatbelt shoulder anchors and driver and front passenger seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters

Infotainment7 std · 3 opt

  • Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility
  • 6-speaker audio system
  • 8.0-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription
  • Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
  • Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch
  • Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator

Convenience6 std · 0 opt

  • Smart Key System on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic and liftgate functions; and remote illuminated entry
  • Five USB ports (one USB-A media port and four USB-C charging ports) and two 12V outlets
  • Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection
  • Power door locks with shift-linked automatic lock/unlock feature
  • Power windows with auto up/down in all positions and jam protection
  • Two 120V outlets (1500W shared) located on the bottom rear of center console and in the luggage area

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Three-zone automatic climate control with air filter, separate second-row control panel, individual temperature settings for driver, front passenger and rear-seat passengers, and second- and third-row vents

Seating5 std · 0 opt

  • 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated front seats
  • 7-passenger seating with second-row fold-down captain's chairs and fold-down inboard armrests, adjustable headrests and two cup holders mounted on the floor; and 60/40 split, fold-flat third-row seats with sliding headrests and recline function
  • 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat

Interior13 std · 0 opt

  • Leather-trimmed shift knob and heated tilt/telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Steering Assist (LSA) and multimedia information controls
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener
  • 12.3-in. color digital gauge cluster with odometer, trip/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, AWD torque distribution (AWD models only), cruise control guide, audio details, hands-free incoming call notices, telephone information, Eco Driving Indicator, and energy monitor (HV models only)
  • 14 cup/bottle holders
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Chrome-plated interior door handles

Exterior27 std · 0 opt

  • Power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade and one-touch open/close
  • LED projector headlights
  • Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, power folding, reverse tilt-down with memory feature, and puddle lights with integrated Highlander logo
  • 18-in. machined-finish alloy wheels and P235/65R18 tires
  • 20-in. black alloy wheels and P235/55R20 tires
  • Acoustic noise-reducing front side windows

Powertrain1 std · 1 opt

  • All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
  • Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive optional

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Highlander. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the XLE Nightshade Hybrid

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How much is the 2025 Toyota Highlander XLE Nightshade Hybrid?

The manufacturer lists $47,020 for the 2025 Toyota Highlander XLE Nightshade Hybrid. That is $7,500 above the LE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2025 Toyota Highlander XLE Nightshade Hybrid add over the LE?

Against the LE, 29 features become standard that the LE does not and 19 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.