2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander is a midsize SUV, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 24
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $44,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Grand Highlander |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 21 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 28 |
| Combined MPG | 24 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 371 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2600 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Grand Highlander AWD LE/XLE | 23 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Grand Highlander AWD Limited/Platinum | 22 MPG combined |
| Grand Highlander Hybrid | 36 MPG combined |
| Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD | 34 MPG combined |
| Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD | 27 MPG combined |
| Grand Highlander LE/XLE | 24 MPG combined |
| Grand Highlander Limited | 24 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 21 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 6% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $39,600
- Total interest
- $6,889
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (1)
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION25V744000 · 2025-10-30
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway).
Is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC