Toyota Grand Highlander vs Toyota Highlander
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Highlander
Overview
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LE | XLE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $41,660 (best) | $45,270 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.8 gal | 17.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 265 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 7 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 97.5 cu ft (best) | 84.3 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,225 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,290 lbs (best) | 4,376 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8 in | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 201.4 in (best) | 194.9 in |
| Width | 78.3 in (best) | 76 in |
| Height | 70.1 in (best) | 68.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Toyota Grand Highlander | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LE $41,660 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XLE $45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LE $43,260 MSRP | XLE $47,020 MSRP |
| 3 | XLE $44,430 MSRP | XSE $47,340 MSRP |
| 4 | XLE $46,030 MSRP | Limited $49,725 MSRP |
| 5 | LE $45,010 MSRP | Limited $51,475 MSRP |
| 6 | XLE $46,180 MSRP | Platinum $52,925 MSRP |
| 7 | XLE $47,780 MSRP | Platinum $54,675 MSRP |
| 8 | Limited $49,160 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Limited $50,760 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Limited $52,510 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Nightshade $53,490 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Platinum $54,845 MSRP | — |
| 13 | MAX Limited $55,490 MSRP | — |
| 14 | MAX Platinum $59,575 MSRP | — |