The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander isn’t simply a stretched version of a familiar nameplate—it’s Toyota’s answer to families who have outgrown traditional midsize SUVs but aren’t ready to jump into full-size territory. Designed as a true three-row solution, the Grand Highlander blends interior volume, premium tech, and multiple powertrain choices into a package that feels purpose-built for modern family life in Findlay.
From weekday school runs to weekends spent hauling gear to Emory Adams Park or heading north toward Lake Erie, this SUV is engineered to move people and cargo without compromise.
Spacious Interior That Finally Treats the Third Row Like a Priority
The defining advantage of the 2026 Grand Highlander lives inside. Toyota clearly focused on creating a third row that works for adults, not just children. With 33.5 inches of rear legroom, the third row feels genuinely usable on longer drives, making it easier for families to bring friends, teammates, or extended relatives along without complaints from the back.
Cargo flexibility is just as impressive. Even with all three rows upright, there’s 20.6 cu. ft. of space available for strollers, groceries, or sports bags. Fold the second and third rows flat, and the Grand Highlander opens up to a massive 97.5 cu. ft., enough to handle furniture, camping gear, or a full college move-in run without breaking a sweat. Seating options add even more adaptability, with an available second-row bench for 8-passenger capacity or captain’s chairs that create a more upscale 7-passenger layout and easier access to the third row.
Technology That Feels Built Around the Family
Toyota has clearly leaned into connectivity and convenience for 2026. Every Grand Highlander comes standard with a large 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, keeping navigation, music, and messaging seamlessly integrated. Long trips are easier thanks to seven USB-C ports spread across all three rows, plus available wireless charging so no one is fighting over outlets.
Safety tech is equally comprehensive. Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 comes standard and includes advanced systems like Proactive Driving Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, and a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection. Higher trims add available Traffic Jam Assist, helping manage steering, braking, and acceleration in slow-moving highway traffic—an especially useful feature for long road trips or congested commutes.
Three Powertrains, Three Very Different Personalities
One of the Grand Highlander’s biggest strengths is choice. Toyota offers three distinct powertrains, each tuned for a different type of driver.
The 2.4L turbocharged gas engine delivers 265 hp and a confident 5,000-lb towing capacity, making it a strong all-around option for families who tow small trailers or boats. The 2.5L hybrid powertrain shifts the focus to efficiency, offering an EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG—ideal for drivers looking to reduce fuel stops without giving up space or capability.
At the top of the lineup sits the Hybrid MAX, a performance-focused setup producing 362 net combined hp and 400 lbs. ft. of torque. This version transforms the Grand Highlander into one of the quickest three-row SUVs in its class, capable of sprinting from 0–60 mph in just 6.3 seconds while still maintaining a 5,000-lb tow rating.
Built for Ohio Roads and Ohio Weather
With available AWD across all powertrains, the 2026 Grand Highlander is well-prepared for Ohio’s unpredictable winters and changing road conditions. From the bold Nightshade Edition with blacked-out exterior accents to the refined Platinum trim featuring a panoramic moonroof and JBL® premium audio, Toyota offers configurations that range from understated to upscale without losing the SUV’s practical edge.
See the 2026 Grand Highlander in Findlay, OH
The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander delivers on the promise families actually care about: usable space, smart technology, and powertrain flexibility that adapts to real-world needs. If you’re ready to experience it firsthand, visit Great Lakes Toyota and see how this three-row SUV fits your lifestyle. One drive is usually all it takes to understand why the Grand Highlander feels like Toyota’s most complete family vehicle yet.
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