{"id":16,"date":"2026-02-11T21:50:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T16:20:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/?p=16"},"modified":"2026-04-01T16:09:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T10:39:26","slug":"the-legend-goes-electric-2027-toyota-highlander-debuts-as-a-3-row-ev-with-515-km-range","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/the-legend-goes-electric-2027-toyota-highlander-debuts-as-a-3-row-ev-with-515-km-range\/","title":{"rendered":"The Legend Goes Electric: 2027 Toyota Highlander Debuts as a 3-Row EV with 515-Km Range!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a historic move for one of its most iconic nameplates, Toyota has officially unveiled the <strong>2027 Highlander<\/strong>, which has been transformed into a fully electric, three-row SUV. This marks a significant shift as the Highlander becomes Toyota\u2019s first all-electric three-row vehicle to be manufactured in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is everything you need to know about this game-changing electric SUV designed to dominate the family car segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A New Era: First-Ever Fully Electric Highlander<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For 25 years, the Highlander has been a staple in the internal combustion and hybrid markets. The 2027 model breaks new ground as a dedicated Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). Built on a modified TNGA-K platform, it is designed from the ground up to accommodate high-capacity batteries while offering more interior space than ever before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Power, Performance, and 515-Km Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2027 Highlander will be available in two primary trims\u2014<strong>XLE<\/strong> and <strong>Limited<\/strong>\u2014offering a balance between efficiency and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard Battery (77.0 kWh):<\/strong> Available in the XLE trim, this setup offers an estimated range of up to 287 miles (approx. 462 km) for Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-Range Battery (95.8 kWh):<\/strong> This larger pack, standard on the Limited trim and optional on the XLE AWD, delivers a manufacturer-estimated range of <strong>320 miles (approx. 515 km)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Performance:<\/strong> The FWD versions produce 221 hp, while the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) variants pack a punch with <strong>338 hp and 323 lb-ft of torque<\/strong>, ensuring quick acceleration despite its large size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fast Charging and Modern Connectivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Toyota has equipped the Highlander with the North American Charging System (NACS) port, allowing owners to access a vast network of DC fast chargers. Under ideal conditions, the SUV can charge from <strong>10% to 80% in just 30 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, it features <strong>Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)<\/strong> capability\u2014a first for Toyota in the US. This allows the car to act as a giant power bank, capable of running external appliances or providing emergency backup power for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bold Design and a Tech-Forward Cabin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2027 Highlander sports a modern &#8220;hammerhead&#8221; front design with slim daytime running lights and a wider, more aggressive stance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Interior Space:<\/strong> The wheelbase has been stretched to over 120 inches, significantly increasing legroom across all three rows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology:<\/strong> The dashboard features a massive <strong>14-inch touchscreen<\/strong> paired with a 12.3-inch digital driver display.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Luxury Features:<\/strong> Passengers can enjoy 64-color ambient lighting, a panoramic glass roof, and high-speed 5G connectivity with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety First with Toyota Safety Sense 4.0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying true to its reputation for safety, the new Highlander debuts <strong>Toyota Safety Sense 4.0<\/strong>. This updated suite includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upgraded Pre-Collision detection hardware.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced Lane Tracing and Proactive Driving Assist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control for effortless highway driving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Availability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2027 Toyota Highlander Electric is expected to hit the roads in <strong>late 2026<\/strong>. While official pricing has yet to be revealed, it is set to be a flagship in Toyota\u2019s growing lineup of 22 electrified models worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its combination of zero emissions, massive range, and three-row practicality, the new Highlander is poised to be the ultimate choice for the modern eco-conscious family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a historic move for one of its most iconic nameplates, Toyota has officially unveiled the 2027 Highlander, which has been transformed into a fully electric, three-row SUV. This marks a significant shift as the Highlander becomes Toyota\u2019s first all-electric three-row vehicle to be manufactured in the United States. Here is everything you need to &#8230; <a title=\"The Legend Goes Electric: 2027 Toyota Highlander Debuts as a 3-Row EV with 515-Km Range!\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/the-legend-goes-electric-2027-toyota-highlander-debuts-as-a-3-row-ev-with-515-km-range\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about The Legend Goes Electric: 2027 Toyota Highlander Debuts as a 3-Row EV with 515-Km Range!\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":17,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7,1],"tags":[3,6],"class_list":["post-16","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-news","category-electric-vehicle","category-news","tag-2027-toyota-highlander-debuts","tag-toyota-highlander"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/02\/2027-Toyota-Highlander.webp","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16\/revisions\/18"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gkonline.in\/car-bike\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}