What's New for the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander returns mostly unchanged from the 2025 model year. It continues to be a strong choice for families thanks to its spacious interior, excellent visibility, and a full suite of driver-assist technologies. The Highlander delivers a smooth, quiet, and confident ride, making both daily commutes and longer journeys comfortable and enjoyable. With a range of trims available-from the practical base model to sportier and more luxurious versions-there's a Highlander to meet nearly every driver's needs.
What Are the 2026 Highlander Trims & Features?
The 2026 Highlander offers five trims, each with a distinct mix of style, comfort, and technology.
The LE trim serves as the entry-level option, featuring 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and a power liftgate. Inside, it includes a power-adjustable driver's seat, tri-zone climate control, and split-folding second and third rows. Standard technology highlights include an eight-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument cluster, and keyless ignition.
The XLE adds a sunroof, roof rails, and a hands-free liftgate. Interior upgrades include heated front seats, second-row captain's chairs, sunshades, and synthetic leather upholstery. It also comes with a standard wireless charging pad, while optional features include navigation and a bench-style second row.
The XSE emphasizes a sportier look and feel with larger wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, ambient interior lighting, and a fully digital instrument display.
The Limited trim focuses on luxury and refinement, with leather seating, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and an upgraded digital instrument panel. Additional highlights include a 12.3-inch touchscreen, an 11-speaker premium audio system, a household-style power outlet, and enhanced safety features.
At the top of the range, the Platinum trim includes premium alloy wheels, adaptive headlights, a panoramic sunroof, and the most advanced safety and driver-assist features in the lineup.
What Safety Features Does the 2026 Highlander Include?
Standard safety equipment includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. The Limited and Platinum trims add front and rear parking sensors for additional confidence in tight spaces.
