The 2027 Highlander offers generous seating for seven and as such is massive. It measures in at 5,049 mm (198.8 inches) in length, 1,989 mm (78.3 inches) in width, and 1,710 mm in height (67.3 inches). Its wheelbase tapes in at 3,050 mm (120.1 inches).

Riding on a modified TNGA-K architecture, engineers have taken steps to minimize the NVH by adding noise absorbing material on the front and rear door trims, front pillar, wheel wells, roof, and underfloor. It also uses acoustic glass on the windshield and front side glass.

The trademark hammerhead design is on full display on the Highlander complete with slim DRLs which are housed separately from the headlights. The Highlander also makes use of broad, geometric fenders and smooth surfaces to project an image of robustness and strength. Semi-flushed door handles with an electronic latch complete the exterior features.

Two motor configurations are on offer. The front-drive models offer 221 horsepower and 268 Nm of torque, while the dual motor setup produces 338 horsepower and 438 Nm of torque. Two battery sizes are available with the standard one being a 77-kWh enough for up to 462 kilometers (287 miles) of driving. A larger battery option, at 95.8-kWh provides up to 514 kilometers (320 miles). Both battery options come with standard battery preconditioning to keep the battery at optimal temperatures during charging on top of V2L capability.

Inside, the Highlander comes with an LED instrument cluster, an available heads-up display, panoramic sunroof, 64-color ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, USB Type C ports across all three rows, and even rear window blinds. The wireless charging pad is now covered in a suede-like material to prevent smartphone slippage.

Like the all-new RAV4, the Highlander receives the latest Toyota Audio Multimedia system that manages to integrate a built-in drive recorder to its long list of functionality and features. The 2027 Highlander also gets Toyota Safety Sense 4.0