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2026 Toyota Highlander
HEVHybrid · Every trim below is EPA-rated. Starting price shown before destination.
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Worth knowing
- EPA estimates $2,500 in fuel savings over 5 years versus the average new car.
The short version
The 2026 Toyota Highlander starts at $48,020, returns 35.0 mpg combined. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.
Pricing
Starts at $48,020 before destination, across 2 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.
Range and efficiency
Rated at 35.0 mpg combined — the best figure across its 2 trims. No plug, no charging routine, just a gas engine with electric help.
Charging and fuel cost
At $3.20 a gallon, 12,000 miles a year burns about $1,097 in gas. See how that stacks up against going electric in the fuel cost calculator.
All 2 EPA-rated trims
| Trim | Drive | Class | MPG comb. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander Hybrid AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 35.0 |
| Highlander Hybrid AWD LTD/PLAT | All-Wheel Drive | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 35.0 |
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Common questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is EPA-rated at 35.0 mpg combined, the best figure across its 2 rated trims.
How much does the 2026 Toyota Highlander cost?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander starts at $48,020 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.
Is the Toyota Highlander fully electric?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is a hybrid — it pairs a gas engine with electric assist and never needs plugging in.
Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).