The 2026 Highlander gas model uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine producing 265 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic and available AWD. The Highlander Hybrid uses a 2.5-liter engine with dual electric motors, delivering 243 combined horsepower and AWD as standard — with an estimated 36 combined mpg, saving Fort Wayne families significantly at the pump over the life of the vehicle.

Towing is rated at 5,000 pounds on properly-equipped gas and hybrid models, making the Highlander versatile for towing a boat trailer to Lake James or a weekend camper to Brown County State Park. The smooth, composed ride is one of the Highlander's signature strengths.

* Hybrid MPG is EPA combined estimate. Gas MPG approximately 21 city / 29 highway.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on all Highlander trims. A standard 360-degree camera on upper trims makes maneuvering this larger vehicle considerably easier.

• Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection
• Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Lane Centering
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Blind-Spot Monitor
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• 360-Degree Camera (XLE and above)
• Automatic High Beams
• Rear Seat Reminder

The Highlander's cabin comfortably fits eight passengers in three rows. The second row captain's chairs are available on XLE and above, converting seating to seven while adding more comfortable access to the third row. A standard 8-inch touchscreen upgrades to 12.3 inches on XLE and above, with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard.

The Platinum trim represents the Highlander's full luxury offering — 10-way heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row, a panoramic moonroof, premium audio, and genuine wood trim. The Hybrid Platinum adds all of that with the efficiency advantage of the hybrid powertrain.

Hybrid AWD is standard. Gas models offer FWD (LE) or AWD (all other trims). Browse current inventory at Evans Toyota.