2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Specs, Pricing, Features & Release Date

Last updated on July 19th, 2024 at 07:47 am

Let me introduce you to the debut 2024 Grand Highlander. This cutting-edge family hauler has the room, power, and style to make even the shortest weekend drives into thrilling journeys. There’s plenty of room for the whole family and all their stuff, thanks to the roomy third row and the nearly 21 cu. ft. of cargo space in the back. The available Hybrid MAX powertrain in the Grand Highlander offers an impressive combination of power and efficiency on the highway.

The combination of its modern design and authoritative appearance guarantees that you will be the center of attention whenever you arrive at your destination. 24 April 2024 will see the arrival of Grand Highlander, a ship that promises to make family vacations more memorable than ever before.

2024 Toyota Highlander Full Review

• Release Date: 24 April 2024
• Price: $43,000
• Engine: 2.4-liter four-cylinder turbocharged
• Drivetrain: FWD or AWD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission
• Torque: 400 lb ft
• Horsepower: upto 362 Hp
• Passenger / Seating Capacity: 7-8
• Towing Capacity: 5000 lbs
• EPA Fuel Economy (mpg):  34 Combined
• 0-60: 6.3 second 
• Major Competitors: Kia Telluride and Jeep Grand Cherokee L

2024 Toyota Highlander Release Date & Pricing

The Grand Highlander will debut as the first of its type on 24th April 2024. Toyota is being mum about the 2017 Highlander’s price, but early estimates place the base model’s MSRP at roughly $43,000. Luxury models with all the bells and whistles will probably cost around $50k.

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2024 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

XLE

The XLE has the following features:

• Roof railings
• Hands-free liftgate Sunroof
• Pad for wireless charging
• Rearview auto-dimming mirror
• Upholstery made of synthetic leather (SofTex)
• Front chairs that are heated
• Passenger seat with power adjustment
• Captain’s chairs in the second row
• Sunshades for the second row
• Bench seat in the second row (no-cost option)
• System of navigation

Limited

The Limited has the following features:

• Improved foglights
• Mirrors with power folds
• Digital instrumentation
• Upholstery in leather
• Front chairs with ventilation
• Memory seat for the driver
• The steering wheel is heated.
• Power outlet in the home
• Touchscreen multimedia display measuring 12.3 inches
• The intercom system broadcasts the driver’s voice through the speakers.
• JBL audio system with 11 speakers
• Parking sensors in the front and rear

XLE Hybrid

The XLE Hybrid has a couple of other options in addition to XLE.

Limited Hybrid

The Limited Hybrid has similar features to Limited and can be transformed to a Hybrid at no cost.

Platinum

The Platinum has the following features:

• 20-inch aluminum alloy wheels
• Headlights that adapt
• Wipers that operate automatically
• Sunroof with a panoramic view
• The head-up display
• Rearview mirror with digital display
• Second-row heated seats
• 360-degree camera

Limited Hybrid Max

The Limited Hybrid Max has the following features:

• 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
• Headlights with LEDs
• Mirrors with heated edges
• Keyless ignition and entry
• Driver’s seat with power adjustment
• Automatic three-zone climate control
• Seats in the second and third rows fold 60/40.
• The 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Display of 7-inch digital instrument panel
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
• Smartphone integration with Amazon Alexa
• Wi-Fi hotspot on board
• There are four USB-C charging connectors and one USB-A media port.
• Toyota’s Safety Link system is used for emergency communications.

Platinum Hybrid Max

The Platinum Hybrid Max has the additions to Platinum trim.

2024 Toyota Highlander Engine & Transmission

The Highlander has three engine choices; two are shared. The base model includes front- or all-wheel drive and a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 265 horsepower. Like the Highlander Hybrid, the base Grand Highlander Hybrid is powered by a hybrid drivetrain consisting of a 2.5-liter inline-four and two electric motors, producing 243 horsepower.

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The top version will come standard with the hybrid Max powertrain, which combines the turbocharged 2.4-liter with an electric motor. According to CarandDriver, Toyota claims the Grand Highlander’s Hybrid Max configuration allows it to reach 60 mph in 6.3 seconds and tow up to 5,000 pounds.

2024 Toyota Highlander Design

As we discussed, the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander will seem more economical and streamlined than the Sequoia while still providing all the utility you need. Its interior and exterior are smaller and polished, which could sway the decision of certain buyers. On the other hand, everyone has unique tastes.

The 2024 Toyota Highlander has a sleek and stylish exterior that will attract attention wherever it goes. The SUV has a powerful presence thanks to its imposing front grille. The Highlander’s aerodynamic and low-drag design boosts its speed and efficiency. The Highlander’s roomy cabin can accommodate up to eight people, making it an excellent option for large families. There’s enough space for the tallest passengers to stretch out in the roomy, supportive seats.

2024 Toyota Highlander Exterior

The flared fenders, sculpted body lines, and available 20-inch alloy wheels give the Grand Highlander a powerful image.

The new Highlander’s exterior sports a more aerodynamic and sporting look than its predecessors. It is composed of metal and features fashionable headlights, taillights, and foglights. Inside are four heated leather seats, and the driver’s seat is powered electronically.

2024 Toyota Highlander Interior

In terms of interior space, the Grand Highlander lives up to the “great” part of its name. The Grand Highlander’s third row can comfortably accommodate adults with its greater dimensions. For example, the Grand Highlander’s dashboard is more symmetrical than the one seen in the standard Highlander.

The Grand Highlander XLE is the entry-level model, but it’s still loaded with features that families will find useful. They include a motorized liftgate, heated front seats, window blinds for the second row of seats, and many power outlets and USB ports.

There are enough for eight people when the second row is configured as a bench. Still, the seating configuration can be changed to accommodate only seven people by installing two captain’s chairs.

2024 Toyota Highlander Safety Features

A set of safety measures and driver aids known as Toyota Safety System 3.0 will come standard on all Grand Highlanders. A pedestrian-detection pre-collision system, lane departure alert with steering aid, full-speed dynamic cruise control, lane-tracking assistance, road-sign recognition, automatic high beams, and a brand-new Proactive Driving assist are all part of the package.

This latter function employs the vehicle’s cameras and radar system to “gently” brake into curves or provide “soft braking and/or steering” to control the space between vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.

The Grand Highlander also includes blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert as standard equipment. Parking assist systems with automated braking, a panoramic view monitor, a front cross-traffic alert, and a smart rearview mirror will all be available on higher levels.

2024 Toyota Highlander Fuel Efficiency

The EPA has not released fuel efficiency ratings for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, although the manufacturer reports a combined 34 mpg. With its estimated 20-22 mpg combined rating, the Grand Highlander would be a better option for clients interested in fuel economy than the Sequoia.

2024 Toyota Highlander Infotainment & Connectivity

The Grand Highlander boasts many cutting-edge technologies and connectivity options, helping it stand out in the competitive three-row midsize SUV segment. The gauge cluster features a seven-inch digital display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with either analog or digital readouts as standard. 

Don’t wait long; enjoy the SUV with built-in wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Additionally, it has other features like a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, HD Radio, SiriusXM, and Integrated Streaming, allowing users to stream music from their own Apple Music and Amazon Music subscriptions.

The Grand Highlander can get updates wirelessly, expanding the range of accessible connections and adding new functions. Like Mercedes’ MBUX system, the SUV may be equipped with the optional Connected Service Drive Connect, which includes a “Hey Toyota” feature for voice commands, navigation, and entertainment features like stereo and climate control.

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Summing Up

The Toyota Grand Highlander, expected to be on sale in 2024, will offer more third-row passenger space and cargo space than the ordinary Highlander, one of Toyota’s most popular family vehicles.

Toyota has thus taken a piece out of the American automotive handbook by introducing a bigger version of one of its largest vehicles and putting the term “Grand” in front of it.