If sensibility gets your blood pumping, you’re gonna love the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid. Trust me. With 3 spacious rows of Toyota dependability, this beast will click off miles AND to-do lists effortlessly, efficiently, & comfortably.

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid MPG

 

Admittedly – there’s not a whole lot to romanticize with the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid…

But it’ll get life done & keep you & your family on schedule. And – it’ll do it without asking for much in return. I was netting about 30mpg in this hybrid hog. That’s pretty impressive in something this roomy, accommodating, and all-wheel-drive. 

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited

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The Grand Highlander Hybrid achieves its stellar efficiency… 

With a turbocharged 2.5 4-cylinder hybrid mated to a CVT transmission. There are 2 hybrid options. The Hybrid LIMITED makes 240 horsepower & has a 3500lb towing capacity. You can also get an increased 362 horsepower, 400 torque (hubba-hubba), and a 5,000lb towing capacity if you choose the Hybrid MAX. We tested the Hybrid LIMITED model here, and I wasn’t craving more power. Honestly – the thought didn’t even cross my mind. It’s just not that kind of car… unless you’re out racing for pinks after the kids go to sleep lol. I think the real-life tipping point in upgrading to the MAX, would be if you wanted the additional towing capacity (for things like jet skis, small trailers, etc).

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited

Grand Highlander spacious interior

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Toyota boasts nearly 100 cubic feet of cargo capacity in the Grand Highlander… 

That’s with the rear seats folded down. Honestly though, who knows what “100 cubic feet” looks like? It’s a lot… just know that. The Toyota Grand Highlander is essentially a minivan without sliding doors. I hope that didn’t ruin it for you lol. But it’s true – and I mean in the most positive light possible. The Grand Highlander is easy to drive & it’s efficient to run. Making it an ideal choice for family road trips, adventures, away games… and even local errands. Basically, I think Toyota saw a void between the regular Highlander & the Sequoia – and filled it. So no matter where the cards are falling on your next crossover/SUV purchase, think about putting the Toyota Grand Highlander on your shopping list. If for no other reason – it’s a great basis for comparison. 

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

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