If you love the idea of owning a midsize 3-row SUV, but the middling fuel economy that comes with such a large vehicle poses a stumbling block, you’re in luck. The 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid enjoys all the roominess, safety, and high-resale values of its gas-only counterpart but with significantly better fuel economy, especially in around-town driving.
Toyota provides a broad spectrum of trims and prices, but all come equipped with a healthy dose of standard safety and driver-assist systems. The Highlander Hybrid also touts high marks for reliability, longevity, and high resale.
Of course, there are other 3-row hybrid SUVs out there, but not many. With Ford dropping the Explorer Hybrid from its lineup, the Kia Sorento Hybrid, the Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe make up the bulk of the Highlander Hybrid’s competition.
Regardless of trim, your 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid gets a 2.5-liter gas engine paired with one or two electric motors, depending on if you opt for front-wheel (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The total horsepower for the hybrid, at 243 hp, is slightly lower than the gas model’s 265 hp.
Prices are current at the time of publishing.
What’s New:
Toyota introduced a new Nightshade package for the LE and XLE. The XLE gains a hands-free power liftgate, while the Bronze Edition gets dropped from the lineup.
Our Recommendation:
In terms of value for the money, the XLE is the best choice. It features plenty of content and can be upgraded with features like the 12.3-inch touchscreen. If you’re all about bells and whistles and price is no object, skip the Limited trim and get the Platinum.
Highlander Hybrid LE
Starts at $40,720 | See listings
- Power rear liftgate
- Three-zone automatic climate control
- 7-inch multi-information screen
- Heated power mirrors
- Blind-spot monitor/rear cross-traffic alert
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- LED headlights, taillights, fog lights
- Smart Key
- 8-inch touchscreen/6-speaker audio
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Power driver’s seat
- 8-passenger seating
- Fold-flat second- and third-row seats
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
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Highlander LE Nightshade Edition
Starts at $41,720 | See listings
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
- Black grille surround
- Black mirror caps
- Black rear spoiler
- Black door handles
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Highlander Hybrid XLE
Starts at $43,870 | See listings
- Moonroof
- SofTex upholstery
- Power front seats with heat
- Hands-free power liftgate
- 7-passenger seating with captain’s chairs
- 8-inch multimedia screen
- Second-row sunshades
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- LED fog lights
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Highlander XLE Nightshade Edition
Starts at $44,870 | See listings
- Same features as LE Nightshade
- Adds two-tone Softex upholstery
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Highlander Hybrid Limited
Starts at $47,975 | See listings
- Leather upholstery (first two rows)
- 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Heated and vented power front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 11-speaker JBL audio
- Front and rear park assist
- Acoustic front side windows
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Highlander Hybrid Platinum
Starts at $51,175 | See listings
- Head-up display
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Panoramic glass roof with sunshade
- Heated second-row seats
- Digital rearview mirror
- Panoramic View Monitor
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2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE: $40,720 (FWD), $42,320 (AWD)
The 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE is the entry-level hybrid trim. Considering it costs only about $1,600 more than the non-hybrid Highlander LE, we think it’s a great bargain.
A 3-row SUV with seating for up to eight, the 2024 LE Hybrid rides on 18-inch painted alloy wheels and features front fog lights, LED lighting for the headlights and taillights, heated side mirrors, rear privacy glass, a power liftgate with a rear wiper, and washers for the back glass and rear camera lens. Variable front wipers include de-icers.
Toyota’s Smart Key keyless entry comes standard, allowing the driver to unlock the door by simply touching the handle and then start the vehicle with a button push. The system also works with the rear liftgate.
The LE’s interior features cloth-covered seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, a 60/40-split folding second-row bench seat with reclining seatbacks, and a 60/40-split folding third-row seat.
Comfort and convenience amenities are numerous. Highlights include tri-zone automatic climate control and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with touch functions for the audio, Bluetooth phone, and adaptive cruise control. Also onboard are 1-touch up/down power windows, extending sun visors with vanity mirrors, and rear seat climate controls.
The LE employs a 7-inch digital multi-information screen between the speedometer and tachometer, with readouts for cruise control guide, energy monitor, fuel economy, and more. There’s also a drive-mode system with Eco, Normal, and Sport settings and an EV mode for electric-only driving at low speeds and short distances.
The LE’s infotainment system is relatively robust, with an 8-inch color touchscreen and a 6-speaker AM/FM stereo radio. The system is compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa. It includes a 3-month trial subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio and access to Toyota’s Connected Services, such as Safety Connect, Service Connect, Remote Connect, and a Wi-Fi hot spot.
Toyota’s Safety Sense 2.5+ comes standard, bringing a long list of safety and driver-assist systems designed to reassure the driver. The package includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, a blind-spot monitor, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Lane-tracing assist automatically centers the Highlander when driving on roads with obvious lane markers. At the same time, the automatic high-beam headlights know when it’s appropriate to turn themselves on or off. The full-speed-range adaptive cruise control maintains a safe distance between the Highlander and the car ahead and includes low-speed following down to 1 mph.
Road Sign Assist uses cameras to detect road signs and replicate them as icons in the instrument cluster, alerting the driver when she may have missed a speed limit sign or traffic warning. Lastly, a rear backup camera helps the driver see people or objects not visible through the rearview mirror.
Opting for all-wheel drive adds a second motor at the rear axle and one additional drive setting: Trail mode.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE is $42,155. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $795. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE includes:
Adaptive cruise control – The Highlander Hybrid can stay at a pre-set distance from traffic ahead, slowing or speeding up as needed. The system can even bring the vehicle to a complete stop without driver intervention.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay – Your compatible smartphone connects with the SUV’s infotainment system, granting access to the phone’s apps, maps, music, and messaging.
Tri-zone climate control – Permits individual climate settings for the two front seats and the rear-seat passengers, with a separate control panel in the second row.
2024 Toyota Highlander LE Nightshade Edition: $41,720 (FWD), $43,320 (AWD)
The LE Nightshade Edition is an appearance package added to the LE trim. It features 18-inch black alloy wheels, black grille trim, mirror caps, badging, rear spoiler, and door handles.
Nightshade Edition exterior colors include Cement, Wind Chill Pearl, Midnight Black Metallic, and Ruby Flare Pearl.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE Nightshade is $43,115. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $814. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE Nightshade Edition models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE: $43,870 (FWD), $45,470 (AWD)
The XLE adds to the LE’s standard equipment list but opens the door to more optional upgrades.
Passenger capacity drops to seven when moving to the XLE because second-row captain’s chairs replace the bench seat. However, those who still need room for eight can retain the second-row bench at no extra cost.
The Highlander XLE’s upholstery gets upgraded to SofTex, a synthetic fabric that rivals leather’s durability and is easier cleaned than cloth. Other interior upgrades include heated front seats, a 10-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support, an 8-way power passenger seat, and a wireless charging pad. A hands-free power liftgate is also standard.
The Audio Multimedia package elevates the center touchscreen to a 12.3-inch unit.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE is $45,265. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $854. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE includes:
10-way power driver’s seat – Drivers of all sizes can find the perfect position. On long trips, power lumbar support helps reduce lower back fatigue.
Hands-free power liftgate – With the remote fob in your purse or pocket, passing your foot beneath the bumper will open the liftgate automatically.
Wireless charging pad – Conveniently located for driver or passenger access, this wireless charging device works with compatible devices, negating the need for messy cords or an open USB port.
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE Nightshade Edition: $44,870 (FWD), $46,470 (AWD)
The XLE Nightshade Edition package mirrors the LE Nightshade Edition but adds black roof rails and black two-tone Softex upholstery with embossed fabric inserts and silver stitching.
The second-row bench seat option is not available with the Nightshade Edition.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE Nightshade Edition is $46,265. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $873. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE Nightshade models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited: $47,975 (FWD), $49,925 (AWD)
The Highlander Hybrid Limited brings even more high-tech. Most most noticeable are a configurable 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen.
The Limited enjoys heated, power-folding side mirrors (with a reverse tilt-down feature), leather upholstery on the first- and second-row seats, heated and ventilated front seats, memory for the driver’s seat, and side mirrors.
Music lovers will thrill to the 1,400-watt 11-speaker JBL audio system that includes a powered subwoofer for impressive bass reproduction. The Limited also gains front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking function, LED fog lights, 20-inch chrome wheels, and acoustic noise-reducing front glass.
Finally, the Highlander Hybrid Limited gets a heated steering wheel and the Driver Easy Speak system, allowing the driver to use the car’s speakers to communicate with rear-seat passengers.
Optional on the Limited is a handy 360-degree Bird’s-Eye View Camera system.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited is $49,370. On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $932. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited includes:
Heated and ventilated front seats – Along with 3-level heat settings, the Limited’s front seats can also cool, helping passengers keep dry and comfortable on sweltering summer days.
Digital instrument cluster – The configurable digital cluster replaces analog gauges and is viewable in four settings: Tough, Sporty, Casual, and Smart.
Available Bird’s-Eye View monitor – With cameras placed around the Limited’s exterior, this system projects a 360-degree view from outside the vehicle. It works at low speeds and in reverse, making it handy for off-road adventures.
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum: $51,175 (FWD), $53,125 (AWD)
The Platinum is the most luxurious trim in the Highlander Hybrid stable. Naturally, it includes all of the Limited’s standard and optional equipment, then adds heated second-row seats, rain-sensing washer-linked wipers, a 10-inch color head-up display, and auto-leveling adaptive headlights that point into corners.
The Platinum also enjoys a massive panoramic glass sunroof with a full-length power sunshade, unique 20-inch wheels, and illuminated front scuff plates.
With the $1,395 destination charge, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum is $52,570. On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $992. See 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum models for sale near you
2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum includes:
Heated second-row seats – Passengers in the second-row captain’s chairs can warm up without needing to adjust the Highlander Hybrid’s climate controls.
Panoramic sunroof – Covering the first- and second-row seats, this panoramic sunroof includes a sliding front half and a power sunshade.
Head-up display – This helpful driver-aid projects information directly onto the windshield, allowing drivers to see navigation, speed, and other information without taking their eyes off the road.
