Meet the 2027 Toyota Grand Highlander Woodland Edition

The Toyota Grand Highlander has already proven that a family SUV doesn’t have to feel cramped once somebody actually sits in the third row. For 2027, Toyota is adding a version for families whose weekend plans occasionally involve dirt, mud, and a pile of outdoor gear.

It’s called the Grand Highlander Hybrid Woodland Edition. And yes, it comes with a built-in cooler.

More Than a Different Set of Wheels

Toyota didn’t simply add some black trim and call it an off-road model. The Woodland Edition gets 18-inch matte-black wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, along with taller springs that help provide another half-inch of ground clearance compared with other Grand Highlander models. All-wheel drive is standard.

There’s also a tow hitch, mud guards, LED fog lights, roof rails with cross bars, and all-weather floor mats. None of that turns the Grand Highlander into a rock crawler, of course. That isn’t really the point. This is more about making a three-row family SUV better suited for campsites, gravel roads, trailheads, and the messy stuff that tends to come along with them.

Yes, About That Cooler

Probably the most unusual feature is found between the second-row captain’s chairs. The Woodland Edition gets a removable console that doubles as a cooler and can hold up to six 12-ounce cans. Is that the most important feature on the vehicle? Definitely not. Will it probably be the feature owners show their friends first? Absolutely.

There’s also a 1,500-watt household-style power outlet, plus a cargo tray with pop-up dividers in the rear. Small touches like that make more sense once you start thinking about road trips, camping, or spending a Saturday at a kids’ tournament.

Hybrid Power Comes Standard

The Woodland Edition uses Toyota’s 2.5-liter hybrid system with 245 total system horsepower and electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive. Other Grand Highlander models continue to offer plenty of choice for 2027. There’s a 265-horsepower turbocharged gas engine and the much stronger Hybrid MAX system with 362 total system horsepower. Depending on the model, front- and all-wheel drive are available.

Every Grand Highlander also gets a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Toyota says there’s up to 97.5 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded.

A Different Kind of Family SUV

That’s really where the Woodland Edition works. You’re still getting the roomy third row and comfortable interior that make the Grand Highlander useful Monday through Friday. Toyota has simply added a little more capability for what happens after that.

The 2027 Grand Highlander Woodland Edition is expected to reach Toyota dealerships later in 2026. Visit Jay Wolfe Toyota of West County to learn more about the 2027 Grand Highlander lineup and see which version makes the most sense for your family.