Used Toyota Grand Highlander for Sale nearHickory, NC

How much does the Toyota Grand Highlander cost in today's market?

Used Toyota Grand Highlander prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota Grand Highlander's current nationwide average price is $45,005, and its lowest point over the past year was $43,946. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Toyota Grand Highlander a good car?

Yes — the Toyota Grand Highlander is a strong choice if you want a roomy, family-focused three-row SUV with an adult-sized third row and a practical, comfort-first character. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in expert reviews are cumbersome handling, some interior materials that feel cheap, and subscription-heavy tech features.

37.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota Grand Highlander models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Toyota Grand Highlander top marks, and expert commentary points to a comfortable, well-built cabin with materials that should hold up well over time. The model’s overall appeal also comes from its practical layout and family-friendly packaging.

• Owners rate the Toyota Grand Highlander 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is worth checking carefully because early reliability concerns were noted in expert reviews.

What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Grand Highlander?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 89.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0)
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg city, 28 highway, and 24 combined; 21/27/23 for the XLE trim and 20/26/22 for the Limited and Platinum trims; 36 mpg city, 32 highway, and 34 combined; 35/21/33; 26/27/27

Which Toyota Grand Highlander trim should I buy?

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander offers these trims:

• XLE: This is the entry trim and the best-value pick if you want the core Grand Highlander experience with standard heated front seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat with lumbar support, and Softex synthetic leather.
• Limited: This trim adds real leather, ventilation for the front seats, a heated steering wheel, and the 11-speaker JBL stereo, making it a strong step-up for comfort and audio.
• Platinum: This is the top trim and adds the most upscale feel, with available Portobello upholstery, plus the panoramic roof and 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor when equipped with the top-spec engine.

What Toyota Grand Highlander do most buyers choose?

The Toyota Grand Highlander years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Those higher-volume model years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can improve your odds of finding the right trim, mileage, and price. They also tend to attract the broadest mix of shoppers, so you’ll usually see the most competitive deal selection.

What is the Toyota Grand Highlander's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The declines are fairly close in size, so neither year is showing a dramatically different pattern from the other. That makes recent Grand Highlanders especially appealing if you want a newer SUV without paying yesterday’s prices.

The 2024 and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Toyota Grand Highlander safe?

• 2024: 9/10

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on the 2024 Grand Highlander.

For the safest used buy, the 2024 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota Grand Highlander now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −6.53% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −5.78%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.3% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $45,005. The Toyota Grand Highlander offers a roomy, family-friendly cabin with an adult-sized third row and strong everyday practicality.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Toyota’s 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine will produce 265 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, while the 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid option will develop 245 combined net horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: Every 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander comes equipped with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included.
• Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 includes automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, road-sign recognition, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Starting price: The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander should arrive at dealerships with a base MSRP of $44,405 including a $1,335 destination fee.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.