2027 Toyota Highlander Debuts Globally as Three-Row Electric SUV with 515km Claimed Range

Toyota has pushed the Highlander into a new era with the 2027 model, and this time it goes fully electric. The well-known three-row SUV now runs as a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and it will be built at the brand’s Kentucky plant in the USA, with battery modules coming from a new facility in North Carolina. The SUV now sits on a modified TNGA-K platform made to handle larger batteries and better packaging. It is wider, has a longer wheelbase and sits slightly lower than before, which should help both space and road stance.

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With a claimed range of up to 515km and multiple battery options on offer, the electric Highlander looks ready to carry its family-friendly reputation into the EV space while keeping the everyday usability that made it popular.

2027 Toyota Highlander EV: Exterior Design

The design keeps things familiar but clearly modern. Up front, you get Toyota’s hammerhead-style face with slim DRLs and clean surfaces. Flush door handles and strong wheel arches give it a neat EV look, while the wider body and longer wheelbase make it appear more planted.

The lower height adds a bit more presence on the road without changing the overall Highlander shape that buyers recognise.

2027 Toyota Highlander EV: Interior

The focus is on space and tech. The three-row layout seats up to seven, and the longer wheelbase should make the cabin feel roomier than before. A large 14-inch touchscreen sits at the centre, paired with a 12.3-inch digital driver display. Toyota’s latest infotainment system brings wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and built-in navigation with directions shown in the instrument cluster.

You also get 64-colour ambient lighting and an optional panoramic glass roof. Fold the third row and the cargo space goes past 1274 litres, so it still works well for road trips or daily duties.

2027 Toyota Highlander EV: Powertrain

Toyota will offer the electric Highlander in XLE and Limited trims. The XLE comes in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive forms. The FWD version uses a 77kWh battery with a claimed range of about 462km. AWD models can use that battery for roughly 435km, or a larger 95.8kWh pack that pushes range up to 515km.

The Limited gets standard AWD with the bigger battery. Power figures stand at 224bhp and 268Nm for FWD models, while AWD versions produce 343bhp and 438Nm, giving the SUV quick response and smooth power delivery.

Charging support comes via a North American Charging System (NACS) port, so it can use a wide fast-charging network across the US. Under ideal conditions, a 10 to 80 per cent charge can take around 30 minutes on DC fast charging.

An 11kW onboard AC charger is standard, and the SUV also supports Vehicle-to-Load, meaning it can power external devices or act as backup power when needed. The Highlander has always been about space and practicality, and this new electric version keeps that core idea while adding strong range and performance to the mix.