Leaked photos and teaser videos confirm this new Toyota SUV is set to deliver big on family comfort and cutting edge tech. Buyers can expect three rows of seats, including an option for captain’s chairs in the second row, offering seating for six or seven passengers. The cabin will be packed with upscale touches, from a massive digital instrument cluster to a tablet style infotainment screen in the center console, making it easy for everyone to stay connected and entertained.

USB charging ports are integrated right into the pillars for easy access by third row passengers, while a panoramic glass roof stretches across the entire cabin, flooding the space with natural light and boosting that premium vibe. Toyota is clearly aiming to set a new standard for luxury and practicality in the electric family SUV world.

Design leaks reveal that the new SUV’s exterior closely matches the bZ Large SUV concept and the bZ5X patent images, with signature lines, a full width rear light bar, and bold triangular window accents. Toyota is planning to build this model in its Kentucky plant and will use advanced batteries from its new North Carolina facility, ensuring strong range and stable performance for such a large vehicle.

But the big mystery is the name. Toyota has been pulling back from its heavy use of the bZ label and might bring the trusted Highlander name into the electric era. This smart move would help ease the switch for buyers who trust the Highlander badge, just like Ford did with the Mustang Mach E.

Sales numbers show a clear motive for change. The traditional Highlander’s sales dropped by 37 percent last year, while the larger Grand Highlander’s sales jumped 91 percent, proving there is strong demand for spacious family SUVs. Toyota’s new electric SUV is expected to enter production in the first half of 2026, set to challenge the competition at the very top of the electric family SUV market.