Are you researching Toyota Highlander trim levels? The Toyota Highlander is an all-round three-row SUV great for families and adventures alike. Equipped with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine offering 265 horsepower, and able to tow 5,000 pounds, the Highlander is ready for any task that comes its way. You get a premier driving experience with available Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive and Multi-Terrain Select, along with advanced features to utilize like the offered 12.3-inch touchscreen and JBL audio system.

How are the Highlander trim levels different? Compare the Highlander L vs. LE vs. XLE vs. XSE vs. Limited vs. Platinum here!

2023 Toyota Highlander Trims & Features

Options for the Toyota Highlander are outstanding, with 6 trims available for the Toyota Highlander gas versions. Each trim comes with the 265-horsepower 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and has an 8-speed automatic transmission. While all trims come with Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive is available on the L, LE, and XLE, and Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive is offered on XSE, Limited, and Platinum trim levels.

Below we take a look at some key features for each available trim for the Toyota Highlander.

Highlander L

Choosing the base trim of the Highlander gets you many standard features like:

• LED projector headlights with Daytime Running Lights & LED taillights
• 18-inch painted alloy wheels
• Three-zone automatic climate control
• Fabric-trimmed seats
• 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
• Five USB ports/two 12V outlets
• 7-inch Multi-Information Display
• Smart Key System with Push Button Start
• 8.0-inch touchscreen with six speakers
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+

Highlander LE

Up just one trim from the base is the LE, where there are upgrades consisting of:

• Heated power outside mirrors w/ blind spot warning indicators
• LED fog lights
• Height-adjustable power liftgate
• Leather-trimmed shift knob and steering wheel
• Blind Spot Monitor w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

Highlander XLE

On the XLE trim, you get various additional features including:

• 18-inch machined-finish alloy wheels
• Power tilt/slide moonroof
• SofTex®-trimmed seats
• 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
• 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
• Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink®

Highlander XSE

If you want to add a sporty touch to your Highlander, wait until you see the XSE features like:

• Sport-tuned suspension
• LED projector headlights w/ black accents
• 20-inch machined-finish black wheels
• Color-keyed side rocker panels w/ chrome-finished lower trim
• Black roof rails
• Twin-tip exhaust
• Ambient interior lighting

Highlander Limited

Do you want to add more luxury to your Highlander? The Limited has great luxuries such as:

• Heated power-folding outside mirrors w/ turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and puddle lights
• 20-inch chrome-finished wheels
• High-output LED fog lights
• Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate
• Leather-trimmed seats
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Seat memory function
• 12.3-inch gauge cluster
• Heated steering wheel
• One 120V outlet
• 12.3-inch touchscreen
• 11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system

Highlander Platinum

The Platinum sits at the top of the series of trim levels for a Toyota Highlander, where you get maximum comfort and advanced features including:

• LED projector headlights with Adaptive Front-Lighting System
• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Power Panoramic View Moonroof
• Leather-trimmed seats
• Heated and ventilated front seats/Heated second-row captain’s chairs
• 10-inch Head-Up Display
• Panoramic View Monitor
• Digital rearview mirror with HomeLink®

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Models

The Toyota Highlander is available in hybrid models as well if you’re interested in buying a hybrid SUV. Available trims for the hybrid version include:

• Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE
• Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE
• Toyota Highlander Bronze Edition
• Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited
• Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum

Meet the Trims of the Toyota Highlander at DARCARS Toyota of Silver Spring

Are you ready to shop for a new Toyota Highlander for sale in Silver Spring, MD? After you have explored this Highlander trim level guide, is there a trim that sticks out to you? Schedule a test drive in your preferred Toyota Highlander trim today so that you can experience this Toyota SUV and all that it offers before finding a lease or loan fit for you.

You can see how the Highlander shines further. Check out this Toyota Highlander vs. Honda Pilot comparison!

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