Photos: New 2027 Toyota Highlander goes fully electric with 320 mile-range

Toyota has announced that the 2027 Highlander will transition to a fully electric SUV, marking the brand’s first three-row battery electric vehicle (BEV) in the U.S. This model, launching in late 2026, eliminates gasoline and hybrid powertrains entirely, offering a midsize SUV designed for families, daily driving, and long trips. The Highlander EV will be available in two trims—XLE and Limited—with the XLE offering front-wheel-drive (FWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) options, while the Limited is AWD only. Toyota provides two battery options: a 77.0 kWh pack delivering up to 287 miles of range (FWD) or 270 miles (AWD), and a larger 95.8 kWh battery in AWD models extending range to an estimated 320 miles. The Highlander EV supports fast charging via the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector, enabling 10 to 80 percent DC fast