The 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum combines 362 hp, real adult-friendly third-row space, 5,000 lb towing, and a 6.3-second 0–60. The most complete 3-row Toyota.
2026 Hybrid MAX pricing
Kelley Blue Book, read on 29 September 2026, lists the 2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid from $46,205, Hybrid MAX Limited from $56,685 and Hybrid MAX Platinum from $60,770. Kelley Blue Book, read on 29 September 2026, says the Hybrid MAX powertrain remains rated at 27 mpg combined, so the extra money is buying the stronger 362-hp configuration rather than the maximum-efficiency hybrid. The smaller Highlander Hybrid is reviewed separately. Edmunds, read on 29 September 2026, lists the 2025 Hybrid MAX Platinum at $58,775 starting MSRP, putting the reviewed 2025 model roughly $1,995 below the current 2026 KBB sticker.
| Version | Listed US price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hybrid LE | $46,205 MSRP | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
| 2026 Hybrid MAX Limited | $56,685 MSRP | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
| 2026 Hybrid MAX Platinum | $60,770 MSRP | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
| 2025 Hybrid MAX Platinum | $58,775 starting MSRP | Edmunds, read 29 September 2026 |
Vehicle Overview
| Vehicle Segment | SUV |
| Body Style | 3-row mid-size SUV |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Trim/Variant Reviewed | Hybrid MAX Platinum |
| Available Trims | XLE, Limited, Platinum (HEV/Hybrid MAX) |
Key Specifications (Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum)
| Engine | 2.4L Turbo Inline-4 + Hybrid (Hybrid MAX) |
| Power | 362 hp, 542 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| EPA MPG | 26 city / 27 hwy / 27 combined |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
0–60 mph: 6.3s
| Dimensions | 201.4" L × 78.3" W × 70.1" H |
| Curb weight | 4,860 lb |
| Cargo | 20.6 cu ft (97.5 max) |
| Towing | Up to 5,000 lb |
| Seats | 7 |
Exterior Design
Larger and more squared-off than standard Highlander
20" alloys on Platinum
Available two-tone roof
Interior, Comfort & Materials
Genuinely usable third row for adults
12.3" digital cluster + 12.3" touchscreen on Platinum
Heated/ventilated front and second-row captain's chairs
11-speaker JBL audio
Features & Infotainment
Standard wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
Cloud nav and connected services
Hands-free power tailgate
IIHS ratings for 2025 and 2026
Our guide to IIHS safety ratings explains what the tiers mean. IIHS, read on 29 September 2026, rates the 2025 Grand Highlander Acceptable in the small-overlap front test, Good in the updated moderate-overlap test and Good in the updated side test. IIHS, read on 29 September 2026, gives the updated moderate-overlap test Good marks for structure, every listed driver injury measure, driver restraints, every listed rear-passenger injury measure and rear-passenger restraints. IIHS, read on 29 September 2026, applies that moderate-overlap result to 2025-2026 models, and its 2026 page shows the same Acceptable, Good and Good crashworthiness pattern, so there is no model-year change in those three headline ratings.
| Test | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Small overlap front | Acceptable, IIHS read 29 September 2026 | Acceptable, IIHS read 29 September 2026 |
| Updated moderate overlap | Good, IIHS read 29 September 2026 | Good, IIHS read 29 September 2026 |
| Updated side | Good, IIHS read 29 September 2026 | Good, IIHS read 29 September 2026 |
Safety & Ratings
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard
Front cross-traffic alert with auto braking
Standard 360° camera on Platinum
| IIHS | Top Safety Pick |
Driving Performance & Handling
Hybrid MAX means 362 hp and 542 Nm — a 6.3-second 0–60 in a 4,860 lb, seven-seat SUV — putting the Grand Highlander in the odd position of being one of the quickest ways to move a big family. The 6-speed automatic and AWD come with this engine, as does the 5,000 lb tow rating.
Running-cost arithmetic
Edmunds, read on 29 September 2026, gives the 2025 Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum EPA ratings of 26 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 27 mpg combined. AAA Fuel Prices, read on 29 September 2026, lists regular gasoline at $4.4558 per gallon. At 12,000 miles a year, 12,000 divided by 27 equals about 444.4 gallons, and 444.4 multiplied by $4.4558 equals about $1,980 a year. The pump price itself is covered in why gas prices are so high in 2026. Edmunds, read on 29 September 2026, lists a 17.2-gallon fuel tank for the 2025 Hybrid MAX Platinum, while the 27-mpg combined figure implies about 464 miles from 17.2 gallons in simple EPA arithmetic rather than a guaranteed real-world range.
Fuel Efficiency
| EPA Combined MPG | 27 |
| City MPG | 26 |
| Highway MPG | 27 |
| Fuel tank | 17 gallons |
| Estimated total range | 460 miles |
Practicality & Everyday Usability
97.5 cu ft cargo with all seats folded
5,000 lb tow rating with Hybrid MAX
True 7- or 8-seat capability
Warranty & Maintenance
| Basic warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles (10 years / 150,000 hybrid) |
On-Road Price & Value for Money
| Starting MSRP | $58,275 |
$58,275 for the Hybrid MAX Platinum is top-of-segment money, and the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade offer richer cabin materials for it. What neither offers is this powertrain: no rival three-row combines 360-plus horsepower with hybrid economy, which is precisely the Grand Highlander's claim.
Recall status
NHTSA campaign 25V595, dated 17 September 2025 and read on 29 September 2026, includes certain 2024-2025 Grand Highlander vehicles for possible digital instrument-panel failure. NHTSA campaign 26V179, dated 24 March 2026 and read on 29 September 2026, also includes certain 2025 Grand Highlander and 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid vehicles because an incorrect load-carrying-capacity modification label may have been installed. NHTSA campaign 26V437, opened 8 July 2026, and campaign 26V598, opened 17 September 2026, concern certain 2026 Grand Highlanders for rear-axle-carrier and steering-knuckle defects, so those two later campaigns should not be stated as 2025-model recalls.
| Model | Listed starting price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum | $60,770 | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | $43,690 | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
| 2026 Ford Expedition Active | $65,495 | Kelley Blue Book, read 29 September 2026 |
Comparison with Rivals
Key competitors include the Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade, Honda Pilot and Mazda CX-90.
The Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX is unique in combining 360+ hp with hybrid efficiency. The Telluride and Palisade have nicer materials at the top trims, but neither matches this powertrain.
Pros & Cons
Pros
362 hp Hybrid MAX is genuinely quick
True adult-friendly third row
5,000 lb tow rating
Toyota reliability
Cons
Hybrid MAX is thirstier than the regular Hybrid
Pricey at top trim
Lower-trim styling is plain
Overall Rating
4.5 / 5 — quick, efficient, genuinely adult-friendly in row three and rated to tow 5,000 lb; top-trim pricing and plain lower-trim styling are the few marks against.
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Final Verdict
The 2025 Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum is the 3-row family SUV that finally fixes the regular Highlander's third-row compromise. Quick, capable, and roomy.
Frequently asked questions
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