2026 Toyota Highlander Cargo Space & Seating Capacity

The 2026 Highlander offers seating for 7 or 8 passengers, depending on the trim level you select. The XSE and Platinum trims feature a 7-passenger layout, while the XLE and Limited trims offer both 7- and 8-passenger options.

Whether you’re seated in the front, second, or third row, the generous Toyota Highlander dimensions ensure plenty of space for all:

• Headroom w/o Moonroof (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 41.2 / 39.4 / 36.1 inches
• Headroom w/ Moonroof (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 39.6 / 39.4 / 36.1 inches
• Headroom w/ Panoramic(1st/2nd/3rd Row): 38.4 / 37.1 / 36.1 inches
• Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 42.0 / 38.7 / 28.0 inches
• Hiproom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 57.2 / 57.0 / 45.6 inches
• Shoulder Room w/ Shade (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 59.0 / 58.4 / 55.0 inches

Perhaps most important to families is the cargo space. The dimensions here speak for themselves: You get 16.0 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, which is perfect for groceries or daily errands in Springfield. Fold those seats down, and you unlock 48.4 cubic feet behind the second row. With both back rows stowed, you’ll have a whopping 84.3 cubic feet of space for major hauls.

2026 Toyota Highlander Interior Colors

The exterior is only half the story. Inside the 2026 Highlander, you’ll find a well-appointed cabin with premium materials tailored to each trim level. Here are the available colors and upholstery options for the Toyota Highlander seats:

XLE

• Black SofTex®-trimmed

XSE

• Black Mixed Media-trimmed

Limited

• Black Leather-trimmed
• Graphite Leather-trimmed

Platinum

• Black Leather-trimmed
• Graphite Leather-trimmed
• Glazed Caramel Leather-trimmed

2026 Toyota Highlander Interior Features

What kind of features are at your fingertips in a Toyota Highlander? The following is just a sampling of what can be found throughout the lineup:

• Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light
• Power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade
• SofTex®-trimmed front- and second-row seats with heated front seats
• 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, including power lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver
• 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
• 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with 11 JBL® speakers
• Leather-trimmed front- and second-row seats with heated and ventilated front seats
• Driver’s seat memory function
• 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia with 6 speakers, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
• 7-inch color LCD Multi-Information Display (MID)
• And more!