Toyota reintroduced the Highlander as a full EV with improved capabilities, aiming to fill a gap in the market as demand for EVs has waned. The 2027 Highlander features new styling, seating for seven, and two battery options with up to 320 miles of range, set to be assembled in Kentucky.

Toyota’s first three-row EV SUV, the Highlander, will launch in late 2026 with pricing to be announced. Despite challenges in the EV market, Toyota remains committed to offering multiple EV options to customers, emphasizing the importance of battery electric vehicles in the industry.

Toyota’s pivot to more EVs comes as EV sales decline in the US, with concerns about higher costs and charging infrastructure impacting consumer adoption. Competitors like Ford and Volkswagen have faced challenges in the EV market, canceling or discontinuing large-form EV models due to demand and price constraints.

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