Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Shopping for a three-row SUV means balancing priorities of seat quantity versus comfort. If the number of seats trump all, many three-row SUVs offer a second-row bench, but other models give up the second-row middle seat for captain’s chairs.

The 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid’s pricing is mostly on par with its two key competitors: the Hyundai Palisade Hybrid and Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid.

With two three-row crossovers in Toyota’s lineup, it might be hard to decide between the 2026 Highlander or 2026 Grand Highlander, but the difference comes down to a few key areas.

Along with crash tests, safety features and accommodation of family members and their gear, we consider family-friendly features, car-seat fitment and overall excellence.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander.

The Toyota SUV lineup is expansive both in terms of size and price, offering something for all types of SUV shopper.

Driving a fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle can make you feel greener, but if you live where winter is more white than green, you might want to consider one of the hybrids that offer all-wheel drive.

Now entering its third model year, the Toyota Grand Highlander is unchanged for 2026 and starts at $42,855 (including destination).

Shopping for a three-row SUV means balancing priorities of seat quantity versus comfort. If the number of seats trump all, many three-row SUVs offer a second-row bench, but other models give up the second-row middle seat for captain’s chairs.

The Toyota Grand Highlander gains a new base trim level for the 2025 model year, as well as a Nightshade Edition that brings black exterior accents to the mid-size three-row SUV.