The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander XLE Sport Utility 4D stands as an exceptionally spacious, family-focused benchmark in the mid-size three-row crossover segment, representing the inaugural debut model year for Toyota's expanded family platform. Built on an extended version of Toyota's TNGA-K unibody architecture, this four-door SUV adds significant length, width, and height over the standard Highlander, delivering adult-sized third-row seating, substantial cargo space, and composed highway cruising.Under the sculpted hood, the 2024 Grand Highlander XLE comes standard with a direct-injected 2.4-liter Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve Inline-4 engine, producing 265 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and 310 lb-ft of torque available from 1,700 to 3,600 RPM. Power is managed by a smooth-shifting 8-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission. Drive torque is routed to the front wheels via Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or through an available Dynamic Torque Control All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system that can direct up to 50% of drive power to the rear wheels when slipping is detected. Supported by a MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension setup with Multi-Terrain Select modes (Mud & Sand, Rock & Dirt, Snow, Normal), the Grand Highlander XLE delivers a quiet, refined, and confident ride.On the exterior, the entry-level XLE trim executes a clean, modern visual statement defined by its bold trapezoidal front grille, sharp LED headlights with daytime running light signatures, LED fog lights, and distinctive LED taillamps. Functional exterior features include power-adjustable heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot indicators, deep-tinted rear privacy glass, dynamic windshield wipers, black roof rails, a power liftgate, and an assertive stance rolling proudly on 18-inch 13-spoke silver-finished aluminum alloy wheels wrapped in all-season tires.Inside, the driver-centric cabin welcomes up to seven or eight occupants across three roomy rows into an upscale sanctuary featuring soft-touch materials, bronze-finished trim accents, and deeply cushioned seating draped in SofTex synthetic leather upholstery. The XLE layout adds 10-way power-adjustable heated front bucket seats with driver lumbar support, 8-way power front passenger seat, second-row captain's chairs (7-passenger) or 60/40 split-bench (8-passenger), Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with second-row controls, Smart Key keyless access with push-button start, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink, and 13 cupholders throughout the cabin. Digital connectivity centers around the 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia color touchscreen display, featuring wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth hands-free phone integration and audio streaming, SiriusXM satellite radio, seven USB-C ports spanning all three rows, Qi wireless smartphone charging, Toyota Connected Services capability, and a rich 6-speaker audio system.Practicality and interior space utilization serve as the Grand Highlander's primary strengths thanks to its long 116.1-inch wheelbase. Rear passengers enjoy adult-friendly third-row legroom (33.5 inches). Opening the power liftgate reveals 20.6 cubic feet of cargo trunk space behind the third row. Utilizing the quick-release seatbacks to collapse the third row expands cargo volume to 57.9 cubic feet, while folding both the second and third rows completely flat unlocks a massive 97.5 cubic feet of total flat cargo volume, providing an expansive area to transport luggage sets, tools, sports gear, or daily commercial inventory.Backed by a 17.8-gallon fuel tank to support long-distance family road trips, this 2.4L Turbocharged FWD engine achieves an EPA-estimated 21 MPG city and 28 MPG highway (20/26 MPG for AWD models). When properly equipped with its factory towing package, the Grand Highlander XLE supports a maximum conventional towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs. Safety is top-tier, securing an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating utilizing Toyota's ultra-high-strength steel passenger safety cell structure. The vehicle comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0), featuring Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist. Additional standard safety systems include Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Electronic Stability Control (VSC), 4-wheel Anti-lock Disc Brakes (ABS), a high-resolution Rearview Camera, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and an advanced multi-stage 8-airbag protection canopy networkincluding dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat-cushion airbag, and side curtain airbags spanning all three rowsto guarantee total driving confidence across all highway conditions.

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