2026 Toyota Highlander
2026 Toyota Highlander — NHTSA overall rating 5/5.
Trim: XLE Hybrid
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Toyota Highlander snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Toyota Highlander typically asks about $38,200 versus a $40,600 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Toyota Highlander in our refresh, though owners have filed 1 complaint — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, watch combined mpg (35 mpg → 24 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$38,200
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$40,600
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Fetch error — verify on NHTSA
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
1
Top: Back Over Prevention
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Highlander?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 1 complaint — review the top components below.
Recalls
Recall fetch failed (HTTP 504). Check NHTSA.gov/recalls before buying.
Owner complaints
1 complaints. Top components:
- Back Over Prevention1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is combined mpg (35 mpg → 24 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Combined MPG
- 35 mpg↓24 mpg
- City MPG
- 36 mpg↓21 mpg
- Highway MPG
- 35 mpg↓28 mpg
- Length
- 194.9 in→201.2 in
- Width
- 76.0 in→78.3 in
- Height
- 68.1 in→70.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 112.2 in→116.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4122.6 lb→4464.4 lb
Trims dropped: XLE (gas)
How much does a used 2026 Highlander cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $38,200 in typical used asking against a $40,600 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $40,600
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $38,200
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$2,400 below MSRP
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How does the Highlander compare to rivals?
Side-by-side used-buyer numbers — MSRP vs asking, recalls, and running costs — for popular matchups.
- Highlander vs Pilot — Highlander or Pilot — which used 3-row SUV is smarter?
What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Toyota Highlander continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Toyota Highlander , also known as the Toyota Kluger in some markets, is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUV N/A AWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 4/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5.
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 4/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- EPA combined 24 mpg
- About 201.2 × 78.3 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 243 hp, 24 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
243 hp
Combined MPG
24 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (24 mpg combined (hybrid)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,750
5-year energy
$8,750
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Based on
- 24 mpg combined (hybrid)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.5L Hybrid I4
- Aspiration
- Hybrid
- Transmission
- eCVT
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electrification
- Hybrid
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 201.2 in
- Width
- 78.3 in
- Height
- 70.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 116.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4464.4 lb
- Seating
- 7
- Towing
- 3500 lb
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 21
- Highway MPG
- 28
- Combined MPG
- 24
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 4 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SUV N/A AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 243 | — | — | — | AWD |