2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander comes in three variants to choose from, namely the XLE, Limited, and Platinum trims. The range for the Toyota Grand Highlander starts of at $43,070 with the base XLE trim which comes with standard features like a 12.3" Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system with 6 speakers, 18-in. silver-painted wheels, 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support, among various other features and comes standard with a Turbocharged 2.4L in-line 4 cylinder engine.

The “Limited” trim slots just in between the base XLE and the top Platinum trim and gets features like 20-in. silver multi-spoke wheels, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off features, and various other features for comfort and convenience. You can opt for the Limited trim with the regular turbocharged engine, a hybrid powertrain, and a more powerful hybrid powertrain known as the “Hybrid Max” that uses a turbocharger as well. The top-of-the-line Platinum trim will offer you exclusive features like Leather-trimmed front and second-row seats, 20-in. silver multi-spoke clad wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a 10-inch heads-up display, and various other features, and it can be opted with a regular turbocharged powertrain and the “Hybrid Max” powertrain. Apart from that, the Grand Highlander can be opted with various accessories packages to make your Grand Highlander stand out.

Apart from the standard specifications buyers can choose from the following packages:

• Panoramic view monitor with options
• Panoramic view monitor
• Panoramic Moonroof with options
• Bench seats
• All-weather floor liner package
• Body side moldings
• Cargo tote
• Illuminated cargo sills

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The Limited trim is the best trim to opt as it is offered in a range of powertrain options to choose from including the all-new and most powerful, “Hybrid Max” and moreover it offers a range of amazing comfort and safety features for the price which you pay for it.

Release Date

The 2024 Toyota Highlander goes on sale in the summer of 2023.

Powering the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander in its base trim is a Turbocharged 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder engine that is capable of pushing a maximum power of 265 hp and a peak torque of 310 lb-ft which is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, and channels power to the front wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Apart from that, there is a hybrid option, which pairs a non-turbo 2.5L four-cylinder engine with an electric motor that helps you push the Grand Highlander to a combined 245 hp. This trim is paired with a CVT transmission and you can opt for either an FWD or AWD drivetrain.

But if you want the best of both worlds with performance as well as efficiency in your Grand Highlander, then you have the hybrid max powertrain, which pushes out a massive 362 hp paired with a six-speed automatic transmission all thanks to a turbocharged 2.4L in-line 4 with a new hybrid system.

Comparing the performance of the 2024 Grand Highlander to its rivals, the Grand Highlander comes out to be the least powerful of all the cars in comparison with its turbocharged 2.4L inline-4 cylinder engine. The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is the most powerful here with its 3.8 L V6 which pushes out a healthy 291 horsepower, however, it is the Mazda CX-90 that has the most torque in the segment thanks to its mild hybrid system. Also, the exact quarter-mile and 0-60 MPH timings for the 2024 Grand Highlander are not known yet, and we will update this section once we know about them.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Ride and Handling

Talking about the ride and handling of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, it is very well-balanced and you experience the best of both worlds, right from comfort and performance. The drive is easy and composed and it has a well-judged light steering which does a decent job maneuvering the big SUV around the city. It is nothing very sporty as such when compared to some of its rivals like the Mazda CX-90, which boasts of the best handling in the segment, but you will also not feel under confident while taking it at higher speeds. Body roll is also well balanced in this 4,575 lbs SUV and rear-seat passengers won’t get a chance to complain about the rear seat comfort as the suspension does a great job.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Cruz Braking Performance

Toyota has loaded the 2024 Grand Highlander with not only a great braking system but also equipped it with a lot of safety features as well which help it provide an enhanced braking experience while in a corner or when suddenly braking due to some emergency situation. For starters, it has basic features like Front and rear ventilated disc brakes with 13.3-inch brake rotors on both front and rear,4-wheel ABS, stability and traction control, Lane keep assist, emergency braking assistance, and various other standard features. Moving on to the higher variants, it has got advanced features like traffic jam assist, evasive assist assist among others.

Comparing the braking performance of the 2024 Toyota Highlander with its arch-rivals, it is the 2024 Honda Pilot that has the biggest brake rotors at the front at 13.8 inches, while at the rear it is the heaviest weighing 2024 Mazda CX-90 at 4,709 lbs which has the biggest brake rotors with a size 13.8 inches. The exact stopping distance from 60 MPH to a standstill is not known, but we will update this space once we get to know about them. Also, we must keep in mind that braking of the vehicle depends on a lot of factors other than brake rotors like ABS, grip from the tires, and braking bite to name a few.

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander with its base Turbocharged 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder engine gives out a decent 21 MPG in the city, which ranges up to 28 MPG on the highway. The exact figures for the combined fuel efficiency and overall range are not known yet, but we will update this space when we will get to know about it. Apart from that, it offers a fuel tank capacity of 17.8 gallons which is decent in our opinion. However, the hybrid and strong hybrid variants of the Highlander will offer you even better fuel efficiency figures.

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander gives out great fuel efficiency numbers when considering its size and weight. However, among the competitors, it is the 2024 Mazda CX-90 which offers the most fuel efficiency of 25 MPG, combined thanks to its mild hybrid technology. It also offers the highest range, combined at 462 miles, and it is the 2024 Hyundai Palisade that has the largest fuel tank with a capacity of 18.8 gallons. The exact combined fuel efficiency of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is not yet available, and we will update this section as soon enough as we get to know about it!

Talking about the interiors of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, it stands true to its name and provides even more space than its standard model, which is the Highlander. Due to its large exterior dimensions, it even offers great space for the adults seated in the third row. Moreover, it has a completely different interior layout when compared to the Highlander and boasts a symmetrical dashboard design. The Highlander can be had in a 7-seater seating option or an 8-seater configuration with the bench seats on. Apart from that, you will find the rest of the interior to be typical Toyota-like. There’s a 12.3-inch infotainment system that is placed on the center console and provides a fluid yet hassle-free experience along with great audio output. There is also intelligent space management in the whole car which enhances its practicality. Apart from that, it is packed with great features such as a power-operated liftgate, heated front seats, second-row window shades, and a host of other features from the base variant “XLE” itself. However, some of the plastic bits inside the interior feel slightly different considering its segment but that can be overlooked when looking at the complete overall package that the 2024 Grand Highlander is!

Talking about the interiors of the 2024 Grand Highlander, all the cars which are the rivals of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander offer a seating capacity of 8 passengers while the Grand Highlander provides only a seating capacity of 7 occupants unless equipped with the bench seats. Apart from that, it is the 2024 Hyundai Palisade that offers the most space in the front and second row, However, the Toyota Grand Highlander has the most cargo space in this segment with a cargo capacity of 20.6 cubic feet making it extremely practical for your long weekend trips.

Some of the key interior features are:

• Heated and ventilated Front Seats with memory functions
• 8-Way Driver Seat
• Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest
• Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Heated Leather Steering Wheel
• Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

How intuitive is the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander infotainment system?

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander comes with a 12.3-inch infotainment system which is standard among all the variants of the Grand Highlander and feels fluid to use and is easy to use as well. You get features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, wireless smartphone charging pad, voice-activated commands, and 6 speakers as standard from the base variants. Top variants like the Limited and Platinum also get an 11-speaker JBL system along with a 1200w Regular Amplifier. Apart from the regular infotainment system you also have a digital gauge cluster for the driver which provides a range of information and is 7.0 inches in size for the base trims whereas 12.3 inches on the Limited and Platinum models.

Key infotainment features are:

• 12.3" Toyota Audio Multimedia w/JBL Premium -inc: 11 speakers
• Voice-activated commands
• Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
• dual Bluetooth phone connectivity
• Speed Compensated Volume Control
• Digital Signal Processor

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is an all-new vehicle in Toyota’s line-up which boasts of an all-new exterior design, but unmistakably looks like a Toyota and has similar design cues from the Highlander, RAV4 and the Sequoia. Competing in the luxury midsize SUV segment, it boasts good numbers when it comes to the dimensions. The Grand Highlander is 201 inches long, is 78.3 inches in width, and has a height of 70.1 inches. The overall wheelbase of the Grand Highlander stands at 116.1 inches. All this definitely results in a better room in the interior. Coming to the front you have signature LED lights in the headlights on the top with LED projector beams, Below the headlights, there is a chrome strip that runs throughout the front and gives a subtle look. In the bottom, you get LED foglamps with a silver metallic finish in the bottom of the bumper. You get a large grille on the bumper which gives it a strong look and also houses a front-facing camera. Coming to the side profile, you get different wheel designs and alloys which you can get according to the trim you opt for, and it is the side profile where you realize that the Grand Highlander is one big SUV. You get body claddings on the side, roof rails, and a panoramic sunroof with chrome inserts in the window area. You get a large quarter window that provides an airy feeling for people seated in the third row. At the back, you get a large spoiler, which compliments the car’s overall appeal and it has a nice subtle brake light integrated into it. You have a rear wiper, along with stylish taillights and Grand Highlander embedded on the tailgate to complete the overall look of the vehicle.

Comparing the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander in terms of exterior dimensions with its arch-rivals, it comes out to be the longest and the widest SUV. The 2024 Mazda CX-90 takes the title for the longest vehicle in this segment while also being the longest in terms of the wheelbase and offering the highest ground clearance at 8 inches. The exact ground clearance for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is not known yet, but we will update this section as soon as we get to know about it.

Some standout exterior features include

• Tinted Glass
• Lip Spoiler
• Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
• LED Brakelights
• Headlights-Automatic High beams
• Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
• Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander offers a range of features in order to ensure a safe ride for all its occupants. Although it has not been crash tested by any recognized body yet, and we can’t predict of its safety ratings, but from its base trims, it is equipped with standard safety features like Electronic Stability Control, ABS, driveline Traction Control, Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags, Blind Spot Monitor, front collision mitigation, evasion assist among various other features to ensure of utmost safety while cruising. The topmost trim Platinum gets safety features like traffic jam assistance, and panoramic view monitor with a 360-degree Overhead View in low-speed drive and reverse, and a Curb View for enhanced safety on the road.

Some standout safety features include

• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Driver Knee Airbag and Passenger Cushion Front Airbag
• Evasion Assist
• Side Impact Beams
• Back-Up Camera w/Washer
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot was recently updated for the year 2024, and it now features a more roomier cabin, refreshed design on the outside and a great storage management system on the inside, and a lot of easy-to-use controls, but the Toyota Grand Highlander would be our easy pick of the two since it offers more space in the interior than the Honda, looks even better, although a subjective choice and can be opted with a more powerful engine than the Pilot in the higher trims. However, the Grand Highlander is expensive too.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Hyundai Palisade

The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is a great vehicle if you are looking for a mid-size luxury SUV that is comfortable, spacious, has loads of features on offer, looks distinctive, and provides great ride quality. However, it is let down by the fact that it does not offer a hybrid powertrain and comes only with a single powertrain option which could be a major point of consideration before buying for a lot of people. Moreover, some people might not like the way it looks. However, it is considerably cheaper and more spacious than the Toyota and offers the most power in its base trim.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Mazda CX-90

Both the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander and the 2024 Mazda CX-90 are the sole SUVs in this comparison that come in a proper hybrid powertrain. However, it is the CX-90 that offers the best ride and handling balance of the two and also comes with a standard AWD system. Apart from that both the cars stack somewhat equally when it comes to the performance of their higher hybrid trims, but it is the Grand Highlander that feels more commanding on the road due to its larger dimensions, has better interior space on the inside with better quality, and gives better fuel efficiency when the base engines are compared. So if you can live without the slightly better driving dynamics of the Mazda, then the Grand Highlander should be your choice.

The all-new 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is an absolutely great vehicle for people who are looking forward to buying a reliable, durable, and well-packaged all-rounded mid-size luxury SUV that ticks all the right boxes. We could have said the same for the Toyota Highlander but it lacked two major things which came into its way of practicality and power, and that is where Toyota fills the gap with the Grand Highlander. The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander has more space in all three rows, with a bigger cargo compartment which makes it a family favorite. Apart from that it also has a more powerful hybrid turbocharged engine that is the perfect balance between power and fuel efficiency! It has its few shortcomings, like slightly cheap interior quality and being slightly pricier on the base trims. But these can be overlooked when you look at the complete package. Hence the 2024 Grand Highlander is highly recommended by us.