If you’re in the market for a new vehicle that maximizes passenger and cargo space without sacrificing efficiency and performance, it’s time to consider a 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander for sale. A relatively new addition to the Toyota lineup, the Grand Highlander has won plenty of praise since its debut in 2024. The three-row SUV has already earned itself a spot on Car and Driver’s 10Best Trucks and SUVs list and a place in the hearts of drivers seeking a spacious, family-focused vehicle that’s backed by Toyota’s famous reputation for reliability.
The Grand Highlander shares its three-row design with the long-running Highlander but ups the SUV’s proportions to provide an exceedingly spacious cabin that can accommodate eight passengers, as well as any cargo you might need to bring along for the ride. It’s a winning combination and one that immediately puts the Grand Highlander into the running as one of the industry’s most alluring crossover models, but one question remains: which one to choose? The 2025 Grand Highlander is available in four distinct trims—five if you count the hybrid-only Nightshade version—but for now, we’re just going to focus on the core trims. Read on as we explore everything the 2025 Grand Highlander has to offer and learn which trim will make the perfect addition to your driveway.
Grand Highlander LE
The LE represents the newest addition to the Grand Highlander lineup. Debuting for the 2025 model year, this value-packed base trim gives drivers an affordable alternative to the existing options while ringing in at nearly $3,000 less than the XLE. What do drivers get for the price? A standard turbocharged 265 hp four-cylinder engine for one. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the Toyota’s 2.4L engine delivers a seven-second zero to 60 mph time that’s surprisingly speedy given the three-row SUV’s bulk. Add the optional hybrid powertrain, and it’s easy to see why the Grand Highlander has become a new favorite in the three-row segment.
While the LE might be budget-friendly, there’s nothing cheap about the entry-level trim. In fact, drivers will enjoy access to some clever comfort and convenience features, like heated exterior mirrors, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a generous 12.3-inch touchscreen display, and seven USB ports that’ll keep all your devices charged up and ready to go no matter where the road might take you.
Given the Grand Highlander’s family-focused design, it’s little surprise to see Toyota packed the three-row crossover with a generous assortment of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The brand’s latest Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 technology includes a long list of standard features such as a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and more. A Smart Key System will keep you from having to fumble through your pockets to open any of the five doors, and an adjustable power liftgate with jam protection improves access while preventing any unnecessary accidents.
Grand Highlander XLE
The Grand Highlander XLE offers a significant upgrade in terms of comfort and convenience for a modest price increase. The XLE shares the same turbocharged 2.4L engine as the base trim, which is refreshingly easy on your wallet with an EPA-estimated 24 MPG combined. For better fuel economy, opt for the optional hybrid powertrain and enjoy an exceptional 36 MPG combined. The exteriors don't look that different, but step into the cabin, and you’ll see why the XLE has garnered so much attention from drivers seeking a flexible family vehicle that seamlessly blends performance, utility, and convenience.
The 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat and eight-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat are done up in Toyota’s SofTex upholstery, a form of synthetic leather that boasts some real advantages over the genuine article. Durable, breathable, stain-resistant, and easy to clean, SofTex also helps to balance temperature with an environmentally friendly design that doesn’t include the use of any animal-based materials. The XLE’s seats aren’t just notable for their comfort and convenience but also their sheer number. Those seeking a little extra passenger room can go with the standard second-row captain’s chairs, but opting for bench seats like in the LE ups the Grand Highlander’s passenger capacity to as many as eight riders.
Grand Highlander Limited
If you’re looking for luxury features without the luxury price, the Grand Highlander Limited might be the perfect choice. Are you having a tough time psyching yourself up for the morning commute on a chilly winter morning? The Limited is here to help with an inviting interior that includes heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and even a heated steering wheel. Genuine leather trim gives the cabin a refined, sumptuous look, and ambient lighting brings a little high-tech luxury to the interior. However, the real upgrade to the Limited is the addition of a third powertrain option: a turbocharged hybrid MAX that produces 362 hp and rockets to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds while still getting 27 MPG combined.
The Limited also makes some notable upgrades in the tech department, which is an increasingly important consideration for the modern driver. This version of the Grand Highlander features the same 12.3-inch touchscreen as the rest of the lineup but adds a generous 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an 11-speaker JBL premium audio system that’s well-equipped to pump your favorite tunes or podcast as you cruise down the road. The Grand Highlander’s arsenal of ADAS is also expanded to include rain-sensing wipers and a front and rear parking assist feature with automatic braking that makes it easy to slide the sizable SUV into a tight parking spot without a lot of fuss. Other exterior improvements include LED fog lamps, power-folding mirrors, a hands-free power liftgate, and LED daytime running lights.
Grand Highlander Platinum
The Grand Highlander Platinum combines luxury and performance to give drivers a versatile SUV that represents real value with a starting price below $55,000. Toyota has graced the Grand Highlander Platinum with some sophisticated driving tech, including additional features that allow drivers to create a bespoke experience that can easily adapt to different uses or road conditions.
A set of paddle shifters gives Grand Highlander owners the opportunity to select the perfect gear for the job, and additional drive modes tailor the SUV’s powertrain to emphasize performance, fuel efficiency, and comfort. The Toyota’s Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) system is designed to allow the Grand Highlander to excel in challenging conditions, limiting wheelspin by adjusting the SUV’s traction control and throttle response with specific settings for Mud & Sand and Rock & Dirt. MTS provides an important boost of confidence when you’re behind the wheel.
The Platinum rounds out its suite of luxury and convenience features with heated and ventilated second-row seats, a panoramic moonroof, a digital rearview mirror, Panoramic View Monitor, and a 10-inch heads-up display that projects relevant driving data directly onto the front windshield. The crossover’s ADAS also gets a bump with the addition of Toyota’s Traffic Jam Assist feature that brings the convenience of cruise control to the frustrating stop-and-go driving that marks all too many morning commutes.
A Well-Rounded Ride
No matter which version of the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander you choose, you’ll be able to enjoy a well-rounded ride that balances passenger capacity with efficiency and performance. The Grand Highlander has proved to be a valuable addition to the Toyota lineup, giving drivers the chance to accommodate up to eight passengers while still enjoying the practicality of a midsize model. Throw in a 5,000 lb towing capacity, available all-wheel drive, 97.5 cu.ft. of cargo space, and the vital Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 technology, and it’s hard to make an argument against the 2025 Grand Highlander. If you want to learn more about this exciting new offering or test drive a wide range of Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs, make your way down to Toyota of Bowling Green today. We’ve got a full selection of new and pre-owned Toyotas on offer, from the Grand Highlander to enticing new hybrid and EV options to pickup legends like the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra.
