The 2027 Toyota Highlander EV debuts as Toyota’s first three-row electric SUV and its first EV assembled in the US, offering two battery options for EPA ranges up to 287 miles (77 kWh) or 320 miles (95.8 kWh).

Base FWD XLE makes 221 hp and 198 lb-ft, while dual-motor AWD versions in XLE and Limited trims deliver 338 hp and 323 lb-ft, regardless of battery size.

Toyota plans four EVs on sale in 2026, expanding the lineup with the Highlander BEV alongside the bZ family, CHR EV, and the larger bZ Woodland.

Interior emphasizes space and practicality with SofTex seating, ample cargo space behind the third row, and smart storage, including a multi-function center console and 18 cup holders.

Three-row seating with generous legroom, premium materials, a suede-like surface around the wireless charger, and flexible second-row configurations (bench or captain’s chairs).

Dimensions place the Highlander EV at about 198.8 inches long, 78.3 inches wide, 67.3 inches tall, with a 120.1-inch wheelbase, and it features a hammerhead exterior design plus a 12.3-inch driver display and a 14-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

AWD variants add off-road capability through features like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control, built on a redesigned TNGA-K platform to optimize interior space and efficiency.

The Highlander grows in size with a longer length and extended wheelbase, boosting passenger space and bringing it closer to the Grand Highlander in footprint while prioritizing interior room over cargo capacity.

Despite potential eligibility for domestic-incentive programs, consumer uptake may be shaped by competition and cost, with taxi and ride-hail users leaning toward hybrids like the Grand Highlander Hybrid for upfront affordability and reliability.

Most trims seat six across three rows, with updated infotainment, AT&T 5G, a new voice assistant, a Drive Recorder dashcam, and options for seven seats; the vehicle shares a footprint with the prior model but adds modern tech.

Design emphasizes rugged SUV stance with high-tech, EV-focused styling, two-tone colors, and a premium interior highlighted by a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and a 14.0-inch central touchscreen.

Market context notes broader shifts in EV sales, with competition and policy changes affecting consumer expectations as Toyota presses forward with a mass-market, non-niche BEV strategy.