Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the expansion of its battery electric vehicle (BEV) lineup in North America with the world premiere of the three-row Highlander BEV, reinforcing its multi-pathway strategy toward achieving carbon neutrality.
The new electric Highlander was unveiled in Ojai, California, by Toyota Motor North America (TMNA), with sales expected to begin in late 2026. Production will take place at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, marking the Highlander BEV as Toyota’s fourth BEV model for the North American market, following the bZ, C-HR, and bZ Woodland models.
The Highlander has been a popular family-oriented three-row SUV since its launch in the United States in 2001, with cumulative sales exceeding 3.6 million units. Toyota aims to evolve the model with electrification to meet growing customer demand for zero-emission mobility.
The Highlander BEV will offer two lithium-ion battery options—76.96 kWh for urban driving and 95.82 kWh for extended range applications. The larger battery variant targets a driving range of up to 320 miles, while front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations will be available. The model also features battery preconditioning technology to enable rapid charging in approximately 30 minutes under cold conditions.
Toyota reiterated its commitment to offering multiple electrified powertrain options, including hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles, tailored to regional customer needs. The Highlander BEV is part of Toyota’s “Beyond Zero” vision, which aims to reduce environmental impact while delivering additional value to society through sustainable mobility solutions.
Toyota continues to align its electrification initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on affordable clean energy, climate action, and innovation in mobility infrastructure.
