The all-new Toyota 3-row SUV shares a platform with the smaller Highlander, offering 2 hybrid drivetrain options, seating for 8, and everything else you need for a long journey.
Engine
The Toyota Grand Highlander 2024 is available with 3 powertrains. While the Japanese automaker has not released all the specific details, it is known that the base version will come with a 2.4L gasoline engine and a 2.5L hybrid powertrain. Both engine options can be paired with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The premium versions will receive Toyota’s Hybrid Max drivetrain. First introduced on the Crown, the Hybrid Max drivetrain adds an extra 30 horsepower to this large SUV, bringing the total power output to 362 horsepower and a maximum torque of 542 Nm.
Toyota claims that the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
Interior
However, the main purpose of the Grand Highlander is not about acceleration but rather focuses on its spacious interior. Toyota promises that the SUV will have a cargo capacity of up to 2,775 liters with the seats folded down, which is 396 liters more than the Highlander. Even with someone sitting in the third row, the trunk is still spacious enough to accommodate up to seven carry-on suitcases.
The rear-most seats are spacious enough for adults to sit comfortably, and occupants of these seats will have a USB port, a place to store their smartphone or tablet, and two cup holders.
In total, the Grand Highlander is equipped with 13 cup holders and 7 USB-C ports to meet every charging need. Second-row passengers will also have air conditioning controls, and the Grand Highlander can be equipped with either captain’s chairs or a bench seat.
Meanwhile, front passengers will have a 12.3-inch infotainment screen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a center console large enough to hold a tablet, and two wireless chargers.
The higher-end versions will receive heated/ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a 1,500-Watt power outlet, and a hands-free power liftgate. Additionally, the Grand Highlander will be equipped with a JBL 11-speaker sound system.
To create a comfortable interior, Toyota has designed the Grand Highlander like a living room, with soft materials on the dashboard and armrests to create a “sofa-like seating experience.”
The leather seats can be adjusted in 10 directions for the driver (8 directions for passengers), and the Hybrid Max model features exclusive Ultrasuede-trimmed seats and leather seats with copper accents.
Advanced Technology
The Grand Highlander is equipped with over-the-air software updates. This means that intelligent features such as voice assistants will always be updated with the latest improvements.
In addition, a range of connected services is available on the Toyota Grand Highlander 2024. Buyers will receive a 10-year trial of services such as Toyota’s emergency assistance services, 24/7 roadside assistance, stolen vehicle locator, and more. The vehicle status report and maintenance reminders can also be accessed through this 10-year trial.
Features such as forward collision warning, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, traffic sign detection, automatic headlights, and active park assist are all standard. The Grand Highlander will also offer customers a complimentary one-year trial of Remote Connect services, allowing owners to activate headlights, start the engine, lock the doors, and more using their smart devices.
Furthermore, the vehicle is equipped with a heads-up display, a 360-degree camera, Toyota’s advanced driver-assistance system, and Traffic Jam Assist.
Bold Box-shaped Design
The new Toyota SUV has a boxy and simple design compared to its sibling, the Highlander. It was designed by Toyota’s team at the Calty Design Studios in California, USA. The vehicle features rear pillars in the same color as the body to give it a solid and powerful look, while the sides of the vehicle are designed with smooth surfaces instead of cut lines or creases, showcasing a simple and sturdy design.
Available in three trims (XLE, Limited, and Platinum), the Grand Highlander features wheels ranging from 18 to 20 inches. The vehicle also comes with a panoramic sunroof.
The price and production timeline for the 2024 Grand Highlander have not been announced by Toyota.
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