2025 Toyota Grand Highlander: Expanded Trim Options With New LE Base Model & Nightshade Edition

Redesigned for Value and Style

Building on its successful 2024 redesign, the Toyota Grand Highlander enters the 2025 model year with strategic enhancements that broaden its appeal. The introduction of the value-focused LE trim makes this popular three-row SUV more accessible to families, while the Nightshade Edition caters to buyers seeking a more aggressive aesthetic.

What's New for 2025:

• LE Base Trim: Drops starting price to $42,310 (including destination)
• Nightshade Edition: Exclusive to hybrid models with blacked-out styling
• Updated Pricing: Most trims see modest $300-$500 increases
• Enhanced Standard Features: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 across all models

Powertrain Options and Efficiency

The 2025 Grand Highlander continues to offer three distinct powertrain configurations, catering to different performance and efficiency priorities:

Real-World Efficiency Considerations:

While official EPA ratings for the 2025 model are pending, Toyota expects fuel economy to remain consistent with 2024 figures. The hybrid variants continue to deliver class-leading efficiency, with the standard hybrid achieving up to 37 mpg city - exceptional for a three-row SUV. The Hybrid MAX prioritizes performance while still delivering respectable mileage for its power output.

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Comprehensive Trim Level Breakdown

LE (New Base Model)

The new entry point for the Grand Highlander lineup includes surprising content for its $42,310 starting price:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Full LED lighting
• Power liftgate
• 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• 8-passenger seating (2-3-3 configuration)

XLE ($45,080 Gas / $46,830 Hybrid)

Building on the LE with premium comfort features:

• SofTex synthetic leather upholstery
• 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar
• Heated front seats
• Second-row captain's chairs (7-passenger)
• Wireless charging pad
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Limited ($49,810 Gas / $53,160 Hybrid)

Adds luxury and convenience upgrades:

• 20-inch wheels
• Ventilated front seats
• Heated steering wheel and rear seats
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• Rain-sensing wipers

Nightshade Edition ($54,060 - Hybrid Only)

This new appearance package builds on Limited equipment with:

• Gloss-black 20-inch wheels
• Black exterior accents (grille, badges, trim)
• Black leather interior with gray contrast stitching
• Unique dark chrome finishes

Platinum ($55,495 Gas / $60,225 Hybrid MAX)

The flagship trim adds premium technology:

• Panoramic moonroof
• Heated/ventilated second-row seats
• Head-up display
• 360-degree camera system
• Traffic Jam Assist
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Advanced Safety as Standard Equipment

Every 2025 Grand Highlander includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, featuring:

• Pre-Collision System: Detects vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists (day/night)
• Lane Departure Alert: With steering assist and road edge detection
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Full-speed range adaptive system
• Lane Tracing Assist: Helps center vehicle in marked lanes
• Road Sign Assist: Recognizes and displays traffic signs

Additional standard safety features include blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, making the Grand Highlander one of the best-equipped family SUVs in its class.

Competitive Positioning and Value Analysis

The 2025 Grand Highlander's new pricing structure strengthens its position against key rivals:

While some competitors undercut the Grand Highlander's base price, none can match its hybrid efficiency. The new LE trim narrows this gap while offering Toyota's reputation for reliability and resale value.

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Availability and Buying Considerations

The 2025 Grand Highlander begins arriving at dealerships in December, with the new LE trim following in early 2025. Smart shoppers should consider:

• Budget buyers: The LE offers remarkable value with core features intact
• Efficiency seekers: The standard hybrid delivers exceptional fuel economy
• Tech lovers: Platinum trim offers the most advanced features
• Style-conscious: Nightshade Edition provides distinctive looks

With its expanded trim range, the 2025 Grand Highlander now offers compelling options for nearly every three-row SUV buyer, combining Toyota's legendary reliability with smart updates that enhance both value and appeal.

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