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New Delhi: Toyota has officially introduced its latest 2027 Highlander, marking a major shift for the popular SUV nameplate. For the first time ever in its 25-year history, Highlander goes fully electric. It also becomes Toyota’s first three-row battery electric vehicle in the US and the first BEV Highlander to be assembled in America.
The latest Highlander will be manufactured at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, while the battery modules will be assembled at Toyota’s newly opened battery plant in North Carolina. The 2027 Highlander will be offered in two grades: XLE and Limited. Powertrain choices vary depending on drivetrain configuration.
The XLE will be available in both Front Wheel Drive and all-wheel drive. FWD versions use a 77.0 kWh battery delivering a manufacturer-estimated 287-mile range. AWD variants can be had with either the 77.0 kWh battery or the larger 95.8 kWh pack by offering up to 320 miles of estimated range. The Limited grade comes standard with AWD, and the larger 95.8 kWh battery will also deliver up to 320 miles of range. The FWD models produce 221 hp and 198 lb-ft of torque. AWD versions generate a combined 338 hp and 323 lb-ft of torque, giving the latest Highlander strong acceleration along with the typical low center of gravity benefits of an EV.
Charging duties are handled through the North American Charging System port, which gives access to the wide DC fast charging network in the US. Under ideal conditions, 10-80% charging can be achieved in around 30 minutes. An 11 kWh onboard AC charger and dual-voltage cable are standard.
Toyota has also redesigned the Highlander from the ground up on a modified TNGA-K platform adopted for the high-capacity batteries. SUV is now wider and longer in wheelbase. Overall width increases to 78.3 inches while wheelbase grows to 120.1 inches, significantly improving the cabin space. Toyota’s latest hammerhead front fascia with slim DRLs, flush door handles, strong fender flares, and aerodynamic detailing.
The cabin features a 14-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital driver display, customizable 64-color ambient lighting, and an available panoramic glass roof. The three-row layout seats up to seven passengers. With the third row folded flat, cargo space exceeds 45 cubic feet.
The latest 2027 Toyota Highlander comes powered with the Toyota Audio Multimedia, featuring 5G connectivity, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and integrated navigation that can display turn-by-turn directions in the digital instrument cluster. It also comes with safety features such as Pre-Collision System, Lane Tracing Assist, Proactive Driving Assist, and Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control, which are standard.
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