Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid for Sale in Santa Maria
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Discover the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid in Santa Maria
If you've been waiting for a family SUV that actually feels engineered by people who love driving, meet the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid. This is Toyota doing what Toyota does best, blending engineering precision, real-world practicality, and just enough clever tech to make the daily grind feel like less of a grind. For families in Santa Maria, the Grand Highlander Hybrid delivers efficiency, space, and composure in one impressively refined package. Let's take a closer look at what makes it tick.
Performance
Pop the hood, and you'll find Toyota's tried-and-true 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine paired to a silky eCVT that manages to be both seamless and stubbornly efficient. Together, they put down a respectable 245 horsepower, which is plenty for the grocery run, the school drop-off, and the occasional sprint up the 101 toward Arroyo Grande. But if you're the kind who likes a bit more punch with your practicality, the available Hybrid Max engine adds a turbocharger and bumps power to a meaty 362 horsepower. That setup swaps in a six-speed automatic transmission, bringing a sportier feel without sacrificing refinement. And with up to 36 MPG city and 32 MPG highway, this full-size SUV doesn't just haul-it sips fuel like it's rationed.
Interior
Inside, the Grand Highlander Hybrid feels less like a family hauler and more like a calm, rolling lounge. It seats up to eight, but Toyota didn't just cram seats in and call it a day. Every row has usable space, smart storage, and thoughtful touches. Up front, heated and ventilated seats turn rush hour into something resembling comfort, while available second-row captain's chairs elevate the experience for your co-pilots. Materials feel premium thanks to soft-touch surfaces, genuine leather, and ambient lighting that whispers rather than shouts luxury.
Need to carry everything for a long weekend in San Luis Obispo? Fold the seats and you'll find up to 97.5 cubic feet of cargo room waiting for your gear. It's a cabin that doesn't just look good…it's designed for real life.
Exterior
The Grand Highlander Hybrid doesn't try too hard. Its broad stance, sculpted sides, and sharp front grille project quiet confidence rather than shouty aggression. The LED headlights slice through the night, the available 20-inch alloys look just right, and the hands-free liftgate adds a dash of everyday practicality. On the streets of Vandenberg or cruising through downtown Santa Maria, it looks like what it is: a well-executed piece of design that understands proportion and presence.
Technology
Tech in the Grand Highlander Hybrid feels more integrated than an afterthought. Front and center sits a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ baked in. Navigation, podcasts, playlists, and more are all there, easy to reach and refreshingly intuitive. Audiophiles will want the optional JBL sound system, which takes the mundane commute and turns it into a private concert hall, with rich, balanced sound that fills the cabin without distortion.
And because Toyota understands life in 2026 means keeping every device alive, the Grand Highlander includes a wireless charging pad and multiple USB ports across all rows. Everyone stays charged, everyone stays happy, and no one fights over cables again.
Safety
Of course, this wouldn't be a Toyota without safety being front and center. The Grand Highlander Hybrid comes equipped with the full Toyota Safety Sense suite, featuring the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert, and radar-based adaptive cruise control that's smooth enough to make long drives feel almost effortless. The system doesn't just react; it anticipates, quietly keeping you in line and out of trouble.
Test Drive a New Toyota Grand Highlander Today
The best way to understand the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is to drive it. Visit Toyota Santa Maria today to explore our lineup and experience this full-size hybrid SUV for yourself. Schedule your test drive today and discover what refined capability really feels like.
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Toyota Santa Maria
1643 S. Bradley
Santa Maria, CA 93454
- Sales: 805-928-3881
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