What's New for the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander returns largely unchanged from the 2025 model year. It continues to be a top choice for families thanks to its spacious interior, excellent visibility, and comprehensive suite of driver-assistance technologies. The Highlander delivers a smooth, quiet, and confident ride, making every drive comfortable and enjoyable. With a variety of trims available-from the practical base model to sportier and more upscale versions-you can find a Highlander that perfectly matches your needs.
What Are the 2026 Highlander Trims & Features?
The 2026 Highlander offers five trims, each combining style, comfort, and technology in different ways.
The LE is the entry-level trim, 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. Tech features include an eight-inch touchscreen, a digital gauge 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. A wireless charging pad comes standard, and options like navigation and a bench-style second row are also available.
The XSE emphasizes sporty style 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 seats, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and an upgraded digital display. Other highlights include a 12.3-inch touchscreen, 11-speaker premium audio system, a household-style power outlet, and additional safety features.
At the top of the lineup, the Platinum trim offers premium alloy wheels, adaptive headlights, a panoramic sunroof, and the most advanced safety and driver-assist features.
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 extra confidence in tight spaces.
