Summary

• With 714 currently listed for sale and an average price of $51,638.00, 31.9% of 2026 Toyota Grand Highlanders for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander 5 / 5 stars.

• 94.4% of 2026 Grand Highlander models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander stands out as a spacious, seven-seat family crossover that was created to sit between the regular Highlander and the full-size Sequoia. It aims to deliver extra practicality over the Highlander without the higher ownership costs and on-road compromises of a large, rugged SUV, and Toyota’s “adult-sized” third row is a big part of that appeal. The Grand Highlander also has a more angular, upright look than the regular Highlander, and its cabin is described as slightly more modern and upmarket.

What makes it especially distinctive is how much utility it offers without abandoning efficiency. Toyota says the Grand Highlander has only ever offered four-cylinder powertrains, with one gas model and two hybrids, and both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are available. The gas version uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 265 horsepower, while the standard hybrid makes 245 horsepower and the Hybrid MAX produces 362 horsepower. Fuel economy is another strength, with gas models rated at 22-24 mpg combined, standard hybrid models at 33-36 mpg, and Hybrid MAX models at 27 mpg. It also brings useful capability, with towing ratings that reach 5,000 lbs on some versions and 5,500 lbs on Hybrid MAX Limited and Hybrid MAX Platinum models.

For buyers, the Grand Highlander’s appeal is in its combination of space, equipment, and everyday usability. The 2026 LE trim includes features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, three-zone climate control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a reversing camera, power liftgate, LED headlights, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. Higher trims add items like SofTex upholstery, a JBL premium audio system, a panoramic roof, and a 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor. The main drawbacks are worth noting, though: the Grand Highlander is described as cumbersome to handle, its tech is subscription-heavy, and there are some reliability concerns, including owner complaints about a vibrating hood, noisy interiors, and other early bugs.

Other model years to consider

• 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

  • Average price: $45,168.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.3%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 1,557

• 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

  • Average price: $47,824.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.0%
  • Total listings: 1,779

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.