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2026 Toyota Highlander

XLE Hybrid AWD

Hybrid AWD MSRP $47,320Compare this trim against anything →

What the XLE Hybrid adds over the XLE (+$1,750)

Spec	XLE	XLE Hybrid
Curb weight (maximum)	4376 lbs	4515 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)	4376 lbs	4515 lbs
Aspiration	twin turbo	naturally aspirated
Engine displacement	2393 cc	2487 cc
Horsepower	265 hp	243 hp
Torque	310 lb-ft	175 lb-ft
Engine type (full description)	2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged DOHC	2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Atkinson-cycle hybrid
Fuel tank capacity	17.9 gal	17.1 gal
Gross vehicle weight rating	5970 lbs	6000 lbs
Front headroom	41.2 in	39.6 in
MPG (city)	21 mpg	35 mpg
MPG (combined)	24 mpg	35 mpg
MPG (highway)	28 mpg	35 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)	$45,570	$47,320
Second-row shoulder room	58.7 in	58.4 in
Total interior volume	141.8 cu-ft	139.5 cu-ft
Final drive ratio	3.3	3.6
Transmission type	automatic	Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode

Standard here, not on the base trim: Electronic On-Demand AWD (Hybrid), Grille shutters, Heated tilt/telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter	337.8 mm
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Rear brake diameter	337.8 mm
Rear brake type	solid disc
Parking brake type	epb

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row	84.3 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row	48.4 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 3rd row	16 cu-ft
Total interior volume	139.5 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brand	Toyota Connected Services
Connected services trial (premium tier)	12 months
Connected services trial (standard tier)	60 months

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance	8 in
Overall height	68.1 in
Overall length	194.9 in
Overall width	76 in
Wheelbase	112.2 in

Engine Basics

Aspiration	naturally aspirated
Cylinder count	4
Engine displacement	2487 cc
Fuel injection system	D-4S
Engine type (full description)	2.5-liter L4HV DOHC Atkinson-cycle hybrid
Valve configuration	DOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower	243 hp
Torque	175 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

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

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane	87
Fuel tank capacity	17.1 gal

Headroom

Front headroom	39.6 in
Second-row headroom	39.4 in
Third-row headroom	36.1 in

Legroom

Front legroom	42 in
Second-row legroom	38.7 in
Third-row legroom	28 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)

$47,320

Seating

Passenger seating capacity

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room	59 in
Second-row shoulder room	58.4 in
Third-row shoulder room	55 in

Steering

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

Suspension

Front suspension type	Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar; trailing-wishbone
Rear suspension type	Multi-link with stabilizer bar

Tires

Tire size

P235/65R18

Transmission

Final drive ratio	3.6
Transmission type	Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)	4515 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)	4515 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating	6000 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter	18 in
Wheel material	alloy

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety10 std · 1 opt

Panoramic View Monitor — includes 360-degree Overhead View in low-speed drive and reverse, and Curb View optional
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Backup camera with projected path
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST)
Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
Traction Control (TRAC)
Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) (individual tires)

Infotainment12 std · 2 opt

Emergency Assistance Button (SOS)
Stolen Vehicle Locator
Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility
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
6-speaker audio system
8.0-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription
Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist
Five USB ports (one USB-A media port and four USB-C charging ports) and two 12V outlets
Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports
11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio including subwoofer and amplifier optional
12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, USB media port, four USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription optional

Convenience4 std · 1 opt

Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection
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
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 optional
Two 12V outlets

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 · 2 opt

8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
Heated front seats
Heated and ventilated front seats optional
10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support
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
SofTex®-trimmed front- and second-row seats; heated front seats; 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
8-passenger seating with 60/40 split, sliding and reclining fold-flat second-row bench seats; 60/40 split, fold-flat third-row seats with sliding headrests and recline function optional

Interior6 std · 1 opt

Heated tilt/telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener
7-in. color LCD Multi-Information Display (MID) 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
Second-row sunshades
Silver-painted dashboard trim and painted door trim
Leather-trimmed shift knob and heated tilt/telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel optional
Dual sun visors with sliding function and illuminated vanity mirrors

Exterior17 std · 2 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 optional
Grille shutters
Heated power outside mirrors
High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass on front side windows
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
LED fog lights
LED taillights
Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
Rear liftgate windshield washer and backup camera washer
Rear spoiler with LED center high-mount stop light
Silver-painted roof rails
Windshield wiper de-icer
Puddle lights with integrated Highlander logo optional
Privacy glass on rear side, quarter and liftgate windows
Rear liftgate windshield defogger
Front and rear mudguards
Temporary spare tire/wheel

Powertrain2 std · 1 opt

All-Wheel Drive
Electronic On-Demand AWD (Hybrid)
Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive optional

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Highlander. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the XLE Hybrid

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2026 Toyota Highlander XLE Hybrid?

The manufacturer lists $47,320 for the 2026 Toyota Highlander XLE Hybrid. That is $1,750 above the XLE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2026 Toyota Highlander XLE Hybrid add over the XLE?

Against the XLE, 3 features become standard that the XLE does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.