2025 Toyota Highlander: Nine Grades Explained - Which One Is Right for You?

The 2025 Toyota Highlander lineup offers nine distinct grades across gas and hybrid powertrains, with prices ranging from $50,210 to $60,661. Each model includes Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, Toyota Multimedia connectivity, and all-wheel drive as standard equipment. This guide explores the features and pricing of each grade to help you find your ideal Highlander.

Gas-Powered Highlander Models

The Highlander XLE establishes a strong foundation at $50,210. This eight-passenger SUV includes an 8-inch touchscreen with six-speaker audio, wireless smartphone integration, and Toyota Multimedia with connected services. Standard features include heated front seats, a seven-inch multi-information display, dual-zone climate control, and 18-inch alloy wheels. The power moonroof, hands-free power liftgate, and wireless charging pad add convenience.

Moving up to the XSE ($54,045) brings sport-tuned suspension and aggressive styling. New for 2025, it features a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The XSE adds black 20-inch wheels, unique exterior styling, dual-tip exhaust, and second-row captain's chairs. Entertainment upgrades include a premium 11-speaker JBL audio system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen.

The Limited grade ($55,590) focuses on luxury, adding leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel. Additional features include 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, premium LED headlights, and the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system.

The Platinum ($57,911) tops the gas range with rain-sensing wipers, heated second-row captain's chairs, head-up display, and digital display rear view mirror. The Bird's Eye View camera system aids parking and maneuverability.

Hybrid Highlander Models

The Hybrid journey begins with the LE ($50,550). This efficient eight-passenger model includes an 8-inch touchscreen, connected services, three-zone climate control, and heated front seats. LED lighting, 18-inch wheels, and a power liftgate come standard.

The Hybrid XLE ($53,410) adds a heated steering wheel, power moonroof, SofTex upholstery, and wireless charging. The hands-free power liftgate and auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink enhance convenience.

A special Nightshade Edition ($54,979) builds on the XLE with distinctive black exterior elements, including 18-inch black alloy wheels, black trim pieces, and unique interior stitching. This seven-passenger model features captain's chairs and ambient lighting.

The Hybrid Limited ($58,790) delivers premium features including leather seats, JBL audio, 20-inch wheels, and ventilated front seats. The 12.3-inch touchscreen, digital gauge cluster, and two 110-volt power outlets add functionality.

The Hybrid Platinum ($60,661) crowns the range with unique wheels and trim, heated second-row captain's chairs, rain-sensing wipers, head-up display, and the Bird's Eye View monitor system.

Value Considerations

Each grade builds logically upon the previous, with price increases reflecting significant feature additions. The $340 premium for hybrid models brings considerable fuel savings. Eight-passenger seating comes standard on XLE models, while seven-passenger configurations with captain's chairs feature in sportier and premium grades.

All models share core safety features, including pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert, and lane tracing assist. The blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert adds confidence across all grades.

Premium features become standard as you move up the range:

• Digital displays (12.3-inch) appear in XSE and above
• Leather seating starts with Limited grades
• Advanced camera systems come with Platinum models
• JBL audio features in XSE and higher grades

We invite you to visit our showroom and check out these fantastic models in person! Our friendly team is here to highlight the special features of each grade and assist you in finding the perfect Highlander that suits both your needs and your budget beautifully.