Toyota is moving one of its most mainstream nameplates into the electric era. The 2027 Toyota Highlander becomes the brand’s first three-row battery-electric vehicle for the U.S., with production slated for Georgetown, Kentucky.

In all-wheel-drive form, Toyota quotes up to 338 combined system horsepower and 323 pound-feet of torque for the new Highlander, with a manufacturer-estimated 320-mile range when equipped with the 95.8-kWh battery.

A standard North American Charging System NACS port is intended to broaden access to DC fast charging. Toyota also adds vehicle-to-load capability, positioning the Highlander as a rolling power source for tailgates, job sites, or backup-power scenarios (with the right accessories).

Design and cabin features follow the current EV playbook: clean exterior surfacing, flush door handles, and a tech-forward interior anchored by a 14-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch driver display. Practicality remains the Highlander’s core argument, with seating for up to seven and more than 45 cubic feet of cargo space with the third row folded.

The competitive set is obvious—Kia EV9, Rivian R1S, and the growing list of three-row electrified SUVs. Toyota’s advantage is less about being first and more about being familiar. If the company can pair an EV architecture with its reputation for durability and everyday usability, the Highlander BEV could be the “normal” electric family SUV a lot of buyers have been waiting for.