Automotive Press Heaps Praise On Toyota Highlander EV - CleanTechnica

Toyota recently unveiled the next-generation Highlander as a fully battery-electric vehicle (BEV), surprising many given the company's previous slow adoption of electric cars. The Highlander EV offers two battery options: a standard 77 kWh pack with an EPA range of 287 miles, and an optional 96 kWh pack extending range to 320 miles. The entry-level XLE model features a front-wheel-drive single motor producing 221 horsepower, while the all-wheel-drive (AWD) versions add a rear motor for a combined 338 horsepower. The drivetrain shares components with Toyota’s smaller bZ electric SUV, both built on the TNGA-K platform. AWD models also include terrain-specific drive modes and Crawl Control for low-speed maneuvering. The Highlander EV supports modern charging technologies, including NACS ports, Plug and Charge, and an 11 kW onboard charger enabling Level 2 charging in about 6 to 8 hours depending on battery size. It also offers vehicle-to-load (V