2027 Toyota Highlander For Sale Near North Kingstown
Find Your New 2027 Toyota Highlander for sale in North Kingstown Near Newport
2027 Highlander At-a-Glance
- All-electric three-row Toyota SUV
- Two grades: XLE and Limited
- Seating for up to seven with available second-row bench seating
- XLE available with FWD or electronic AWD
- Limited standard with AWD
- 77.0-kWh and 95.8-kWh battery options
- Manufacturer-estimated range of up to 320 miles
- Up to 338 net combined system horsepower on AWD models
- Standard North American Charging System port
- DC fast charging from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes under ideal conditions
- Standard 14-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Standard Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
- 15.9 cubic feet of cargo volume with the third row up
- 45.6 cubic feet of cargo volume with the third row folded flat
The 2027 Toyota Highlander takes one of Toyota’s most familiar three-row SUV names into a new era with an all-electric powertrain, seating for up to seven, useful cargo space, and manufacturer-estimated driving range of up to 320 miles.¹ For South County drivers comparing an upcoming Toyota electric SUV near North Kingstown, the new Highlander brings family-size flexibility, quiet EV performance, and Toyota technology together in a package built for everyday use.
At Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown, shoppers can follow the latest 2027 Toyota Highlander updates, compare available grades, review charging questions, and explore current Highlander options while Toyota prepares for the new model’s arrival. From commuting near Quonset Point and Wickford Junction to weekend plans around Ryan Park, North Kingstown Town Beach, or Fort Getty Park, the 2027 Highlander is designed to make electric driving feel practical for real Rhode Island routines.
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What's New on the 2027 Toyota Highlander?
The 2027 Highlander starts a new generation with battery-electric power, a new exterior design, and a tech-forward cabin. Toyota describes the Highlander as the fourth BEV in its U.S. lineup, joining the Toyota bZ, bZ Woodland, and C-HR.¹
The new body has a cleaner, more upright look with broad fenders, full-length LED daytime running lights, flush door handles, and an aerodynamic profile. Inside, Toyota gives the Highlander a standard 14-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch driver display, customizable ambient lighting, generous device charging, available fixed glass panoramic roof, and three-row seating for families who need more room than a compact SUV can offer.¹
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2027 Toyota Highlander Power and Performance
The 2027 Toyota Highlander is built around standard battery-electric power. Compared with a traditional gas SUV, an EV can feel especially smooth because electric motors deliver torque quickly and quietly. For daily driving around North Kingstown, that can make stop-and-go traffic, local errands, and highway merging feel more immediate and refined.
Power and Drivetrain
The XLE FWD produces 221 net combined system horsepower and 198 lb-ft of torque. XLE AWD and Limited AWD models produce 338 net combined system horsepower with 198 lb-ft of front motor torque and 125 lb-ft of rear motor torque.¹
AWD models also include Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control.¹ For Rhode Island drivers, that added capability may be appealing for wet roads, winter weather, gravel parking areas, and everyday travel on Boston Neck Road, Ten Rod Road, and Route 102.
Driving Range
Toyota has announced four battery and drivetrain combinations for the 2027 Highlander:
- XLE FWD with 77.0-kWh battery: Toyota-estimated 287-mile total driving range
- XLE AWD with 77.0-kWh battery: Toyota-estimated 270-mile total driving range
- XLE AWD with 95.8-kWh battery: Toyota-estimated 320-mile total driving range
- Limited AWD with 95.8-kWh battery: Toyota-estimated 320-mile total driving range
Actual range will vary depending on weather, driving style, speed, terrain, vehicle load, accessory use, charging habits, and other factors.ā“
Charging Capability
The 2027 Highlander is designed to give EV shoppers multiple charging options. It comes standard with a North American Charging System port, supports Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging, includes a dual-voltage 120V/240V charging cable, and can use DC fast charging when compatible equipment is available.³
Under ideal DC fast-charging conditions, Toyota says the Highlander can charge from 10% to 80% battery capacity in around 30 minutes.³ For home charging, Level 2 charging will likely be the most practical everyday setup for many EV owners, while Level 1 charging can provide slower charging from a standard household outlet.
Battery Preconditioning and Plug & Charge
The 2027 Highlander includes Battery Preconditioning, which is designed to bring the battery to an optimal temperature for DC fast charging. Toyota says the feature can be activated manually, while automatic activation through navigation requires an active Drive Connect trial or subscription.³
The Highlander also offers Plug & Charge capability. This can simplify charging on selected networks by handling identification, authentication, and authorization more automatically, reducing the need to manage multiple charging apps. Toyota notes that Plug & Charge requires an active Remote Connect trial or subscription.³
Vehicle-to-Load Power
The 2027 Highlander introduces vehicle-to-load technology, a first for a Toyota model sold in the United States.¹ With required bi-directional accessories, V2L can potentially power external devices or serve as a backup power source during an emergency.¹
That could be useful for camping gear, tailgating equipment, worksite devices, or temporary home backup use. Toyota says additional details on V2L capabilities and accessories will be available later.¹
2027 Toyota Highlander Interior
The 2027 Toyota Highlander cabin is built around three-row usability, helpful storage, and a more upscale technology experience. Standard second-row captain’s chairs create a six-passenger layout, while available bench seating on XLE AWD allows seating for up to seven.¹
Toyota lists 15.9 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the third row and 45.6 cubic feet with the third row folded flat.¹ That gives the Highlander useful space for groceries, sports bags, luggage, backpacks, beach gear, or weekend supplies without moving into a full-size SUV.
Interior highlights include:
- Standard SofTex-trimmed seating
- Standard heated front seats
- Standard heated steering wheel
- Available ventilated front seats
- Available heated second-row seats
- Standard 64-color customizable ambient lighting
- Available fixed glass panoramic roof
- Standard dual Qi wireless charging tray
- USB-C ports throughout the cabin
- Rear HVAC controls
- Available rear window shades
- 18 cupholder locations
- Standard hands-free power liftgate
- Electronically assisted one-touch fold button for second-row access
Smart Cabin Storage
Toyota has announced useful storage throughout the Highlander cabin, including a multi-function center console, cup holders, tablet and phone storage areas, third-row cupholders, and 18 total cupholder locations. USB-C ports are placed throughout the cabin, including access for second- and third-row passengers.
That is the kind of detail families notice after the test drive. A quiet electric powertrain is a major change, but practical storage and easy device charging can matter just as much on a long ride across New England.
2027 Toyota Highlander Technology
The 2027 Highlander includes Toyota’s latest-generation Toyota Audio Multimedia system, anchored by a standard 14-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.¹ The layout is meant to feel clean and familiar, with smartphone-style menus, customizable widgets, and enhanced “Hey Toyota” voice assistant functionality.³
Standard and available technology includes:
- 14-inch touchscreen
- 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Toyota Audio Multimedia
- Wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Wireless Android Auto compatibility
- Simultaneous dual Bluetooth phone connectivity
- AT&T 5G network connectivity
- SiriusXM with 360L
- Available integrated Spotify streaming
- Native turn-by-turn navigation display in the digital gauge cluster
- Standard built-in Drive Recorder
- Toyota app compatibility
- Remote charging features through Remote Connect trial or subscription
- Enhanced Digital Key capability with compatible devices
- Available JBL Premium Audio with 11 speakers, subwoofer, and amplifier
For EV shoppers, the connected technology matters beyond entertainment. Toyota app charging tools can help drivers check charging status, start or stop charging when plugged in, edit charging schedules, and locate charging stations nearby or along a route.
2027 Toyota Highlander Safety
The 2027 Toyota Highlander comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 4.0, Toyota’s updated active safety and driver-assistance suite.
Selected Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 features include:ā“
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Automatic High Beams
- Road Sign Assist
- Proactive Driving Assist
The 2027 Highlander also includes Toyota’s Star Safety System, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, rear seat reminder, backup camera with dynamic gridlines, Smart Key with push-button start, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure read-out and individual tire location alert, and Hill Start Assist Control.ā“
Available convenience technologies include Panoramic View Monitor, Advanced Park, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross Traffic Alert.ā“ Driver-assistance features are not a substitute for attentive driving, and feature availability can vary by grade.
Is the 2027 Toyota Highlander a Good EV Fit for Rhode Island Drivers?
The 2027 Highlander may be a strong fit for drivers who want to move into an EV without giving up three-row seating, cargo flexibility, or available AWD. The most important questions are practical ones: where you will charge, how far you drive in a typical week, whether you want AWD, and how often you need all three rows.
For many South County households, the Highlander’s range options should support everyday driving between home, school, work, errands, and weekend plans. A driver commuting near Quonset Point or Wickford Junction may focus on home charging and range consistency. A family heading to Rome Point Preserve, North Kingstown Town Beach, or Yawgoo Valley may care more about passenger comfort, cargo space, AWD, and keeping devices charged across all three rows.
Cold weather, highway speeds, cargo, and climate control can affect EV range, so shoppers should think about real driving patterns rather than only the maximum estimate. Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown can help you compare range, charging, and AWD configurations based on how you actually drive.
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