SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 12, 2024 – In April 2000, a new class of cutting-edge Toyota SUV was revealed in the U.S.: the 2001 Highlander. The model was Toyota's first midsize SUV built on a platform that was shared with a car, the Toyota Camry. The Highlander ushered in a new era for the brand in the segment. Thanks to its car-like handling, an elevated ride height, and the spacious versatility consumers loved about SUVs, customers quickly took a liking to the model, as it sold more than a million units in its first seven years of production.
Now, two and a half decades after its debut, this trailblazing nameplate celebrates its journey with a stunning Highlander 25th Edition model. This exclusive special edition showcases many of the best features available in the Highlander family. Built off the Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD grade, it raises the bar on style with unique exterior features that include a brand-new color for Highlander, new interior color, premium specs, and an efficient Hybrid powertrain.
The Highlander 25th Edition's eye-catching good looks start with a unique combination of exterior features, like side-rockers, 20-inch wheels, and front and rear bumper with gleaming silver accents. It is available in two colors, including the first-ever offering of Heavy Metal for Highlander and the lustrous Wind Chill Pearl. On the inside, leather-trimmed seating for up to seven comes in a sophisticated Portobello color, with the driver and front passenger headrests carrying a 25th Edition logo for a unique look.
The Limited 25th Edition also has premium touches like puddle lamps, illuminated door sills, carpet floor mats and all-weather rear cargo liner, key glove, and rear liftgate badge that all carry the 25th Edition logo. Since the model is built on the Limited Hybrid grade, it also has features like a 12.3-inch color digital gauge cluster, 11-speaker JBL® Premium audio system, 12.3-inch touchscreen with the latest Toyota Audio Multimedia system, three zone automatic climate control, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+. The 25th Edition Highlander will be limited to 2,500 units produced for the U.S. market.