2023 Toyota Highlander XLE

The 2023 Highlander is Toyota's three-row family SUV, slotting between the compact RAV4 and the larger Sequoia. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, and Hyundai Palisade in the crowded midsize crossover segment. The Highlander drives with a composed, planted feel, and the hybrid's seamless power delivery suits family duty well. Inside, the cabin offers comfortable seating for up to eight, with a practical layout and easy access to the third row. Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 includes adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist across all trims. Stepping up from the LE, the XLE adds SofTex-trimmed seats, heated front seats, a power moonroof, and roof rails without jumping too far in price. Its 2.4L I4 produces 265 horsepower and pairs with an automatic transmission for smooth, confident power, returning 25 mpg combined with two-wheel drive. The XLE's second-row captain's chairs are standard here, so you get seven-passenger seating with easy third-row access right out of the box.