Toyota has updated the 4th gen Highlander for 2023 for the U.S. market by adding a turbocharged petrol engine among a bunch of other updates across the lineup. MSRP starts at $36,420 (excluding destination and other charges). Full list of prices below:
| Trim | FWD | AWD |
| Highlander L | $36,420 | $38,020 |
| Highlander LE | $38,820 | $40,420 |
| Highlander XLE | $41,820 | $43,420 |
| Highlander XSE | $43,415 | $45,365 |
| Highlander Limited | $46,075 | $48,025 |
| Highlander Platinum | $49,275 | $51,225 |
| Highlander Hybrid LE | $40,220 | $41,820 |
| Highlander Hybrid XLE | $43,220 | $44,820 |
| Highlander Hybrid Limited | $47,475 | $49,425 |
| Highlander Hybrid Platinum | $50,675 | $52,625 |
| Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition | $45,780 | $47,380 |
Let’s talk about the turbo petrol engine first, because that’s the important update for the model year 2023. Speaking of which, the 2.4-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged unit offers 198 kW (265 bhp/269 metric hp) and 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) of torque; the latter is a significant increase over the 3.5-litre V6’s 356 Nm (263 lb-ft), while the former is a 30 metric hp decrease. In case you’re wondering, the 2.4L turbo petrol replaces the 3.5L N/A V6. Toyota is estimating a fuel efficiency of 25 MPG combined. A Cypress Green exterior color is also a new addition for 2023.
As for other updates or upgrades, the Limited and Platinum trims now have two 12.3-inch screens as standard; one digital driver display and the other a touchscreen. Both these top-end trims also offer power folding exterior mirrors as standard for 2023. A wireless charging pad is an optional extra for front-seat passengers. Plus, Toyota moved the Qi-compatible wireless charger from the center console box to apparently a more convenient location on the dashboard itself below the touchscreen.
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