Here’s a set of clean visuals featuring both the 2025 Toyota Highlander and its larger sibling, the Grand Highlander—perfect for a side-by-side glimpse:
Highlander & Grand Highlander – 2025 U.S. Overview
Toyota Highlander (Standard Midsize SUV)
- Design & Anniversary Edition
The 2025 Highlander celebrates 25 years with a special 25th Edition trim, featuring silver 20-inch wheels, Portobello leather interior accents, and exclusive badging.Cars.com - Powertrains
- Fuel Economy
- Gas (FWD): ~22/29/25 mpg (city/highway/combined). AWD slightly lower at ~21/28/24 mpg.
- Hybrid: ~35 mpg combined across trims.Cars.com
- Safety & Features
Comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, including pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, high beams, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.Cars.com - Notable Tech
Available features include Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD, Multi-Terrain Select, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and higher trims like the Platinum offering HUD and panoramic glass roof.Toyota
Toyota Grand Highlander (Extended Three-Row SUV)
- Size & Interior Space
Built on the same TNGA-K platform but longer and roomier, the Grand Highlander delivers 33.5 inches of third-row legroom vs. 28 inches in the regular Highlander—and boasts expanded cargo capacity.MySACarsDirectMotorTrend - Powertrain Options
- 2.4L Turbo Gas: 265 hp / 310 lb-ft, FWD standard, AWD optional.
- Hybrid (2.5L): 245 hp, efficient hybrid system.
- Hybrid Max: High-performance variant with 362 hp and 400 lb-ft.MySACarsDirectMotorTrendJoe Myers ToyotaWikipedia
- Fuel Efficiency & Towing
- Hybrid: around 36/32 mpg city/highway.
- Hybrid Max: ~26/27 mpg.
- Towing capacity: up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.MySAMotorTrendCarGurusCarsDirect
- Trim Levels & Pricing
Trims include LE, XLE, Limited, Platinum, and Nightshade. Pricing ranges from ~$40,860 for LE FWD up to ~$54,045 for Platinum AWD.EdmundsMotorTrendThe SunCarsDirect - Cargo & Dimensions
- Cargo space: 20.6 cu ft (behind third row), 57.9 cu ft (behind second row), and 97.5 cu ft total.
- Third-row legroom: 33.5 in.CarsDirectMotorTrend
- Safety & Technology
Includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 with advanced driver-assist features. Tech highlights include a 12.3-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, head-up display (higher trims), JBL audio, multiple USB-C ports, and Toyota’s hybrid-component warranty (8 years/100,000 miles) plus two years of complimentary maintenance.CarsDirectMotorTrendCar and DriverMySA
Comparison at a Glance
| Model | Seating & Space | Powertrain Options | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander | 3-row (tighter space) | Turbo gas or Hybrid | Anniversary edition, lighter footprint, AWD hybrid available |
| Grand Highlander | 3-row (more room) | Gas, Hybrid, Hybrid Max | Superior cargo/legroom, Hybrid Max power, broad trim range |
Video Spotlight
Toyota’s official overview video gives a dynamic peek into the features and design of the 2025 Highlander model.
What Would You Like to Explore Next?
- Trim-by-trim comparison, especially between Highlander and Grand Highlander?
- Fuel economy figures for specific powertrains?
- Availability of AWD or off-road options?
- Price quotes by trim or region?