Toyota Highlander Trim Level Comparison

There are 10 Toyota Highlander trim levels to choose from, 5 gas models and 5 electrified models. The 5 gas models include the Toyota Highlander LE, XLE, XSE, Limited, and Platinum. The 5 electrified models include the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XLE Nightshade, Hybrid Limited, Hybrid Limited 25th Edition, and Hybrid Platinum. All Toyota Highlander models have a new design, great performance, and amazing interior, exterior, and safety features. Take a look at the 5 gas Toyota Highlander trim level comparison below.

Toyota Highlander Trim Specs

The different Toyota Highlander trim levels have different features but also have a lot of similarities. Take a look at the specs of the gas Toyota Highlander trim levels.

Toyota Highlander Trim Levels: Highlighted Features

Each Toyota Highlander trim level has unique features that make them stand out. Whether you are looking for the base model or the top-notch model, there is a Toyota Highlander for you. All models have the same performance features, besides the XSE, so the differences come from the exterior and interior features. Take a look at the highlighted features of each to see which one meets your wants and needs in a new Toyota Highlander for sale.

Toyota Highlander LE

• Exterior: 18-inch painted alloy wheels, Blind Spot Monitor w. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, LED headlights, LED taillights, LED fog lights, color-keyed heated power-folding outside mirrors, rear liftgate windshield washer and backup camera washer, power liftgate with jam protection, and Smart Key System
• Interior: 8-passenger seating, fabric-trimmed seats, 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia, 7-inch color LCD Multi-Information Display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three-zone automatic climate control, five USB ports, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

Toyota Highlander XLE

• Exterior: 18-inch machined-finish alloy wheels, Blind Spot Monitor w. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, LED headlights, LED taillights, LED fog lights, color-keyed heated power-folding outside mirrors, silver-painted roof rails, height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection, and Smart Key System
• Interior: 8-passenger seating, SofTex-trimmed seats, heated front seats, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat, power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade, 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink universal transceiver, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three-zone automatic climate control, Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

Toyota Highlander XSE Exterior: 20-inch black alloy wheels, sport-tuned independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar, trailing wishbone suspension, aggressive mesh front grille with sporty front bumper and lower spoiler, twin-tip exhaust, LED projector headlights with black accents and LED-strip daytime running lights, black roof rails, rear lower bumper in gray metallic finish w/ chrome-finished lower spoiler trim, color-keyed side rocker panels with chrome-finished lower trim Interior: 7-passenger seating, SofTex-trimmed seats or leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three-zone automatic climate control, a 12.3-inch touchscreen available, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

Toyota Highlander Limited

• Exterior: 20-inch chrome-finished alloy wheels, front and rear parking assist with automatic braking, heated power outside mirrors with turn signal, power folding, reverse tilt-down with memory feature and puddle lights with integrated Highlander logo, LED projector headlights with LED-strip daytime running lights and high-output LED fog lights, and silver-finish roof rails
• Interior: 8-passenger seating, leather-trimmed seats, heated and ventilated front seats, driver's-seat memory function, 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, 11 JBL speakers, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

Toyota Highlander Platinum

• Exterior: 20-inch alloy wheels, LED projector headlights with Adaptive Front-Lighting System, auto leveling, LED-strip Daytime Running Lights and high-output LED fog lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Interior: 7-passenger seating, leather-trimmed seats, heated and ventilated front seats, panoramic glass roof with sunshade and front power tilt/slide moonroof, Panoramic View Monitor and backup camera with dynamic gridlines, 10-inch color Head-Up Display, 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, 11 JBL speakers, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

The hybrid Toyota Highlander trim levels include the Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XLE Nightshade, Hybrid Limited, Hybrid Limited 25th Edition, and Hybrid Platinum. These trim levels have a different performance compared to the gas. These models are equipped with a hybrid powertrain. The hybrid powertrain consists of a 2.5-liter hybrid engine and permanent magnet synchronous motors, which produce 243 combined net horsepower. This hybrid engine is paired with an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission and electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. Take a look at our Toyota Highlander Hybrid inventory now.

Comparing the Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

After reading this Toyota Highlander trim level comparison, we hope you have a better understanding of which Highlander trim level is best for you. If you still aren't sure, fill out the free online form on this page, and one of our Toyota specialists will get back to you. Whether you are looking for a base model or the top-notch model, the Toyota Highlander is the perfect 3-row SUV for you and your family.