Toyota Highlander 2026 Price in Saudi Arabia

The 2026 Toyota Highlander brings a full hybrid powertrain to the three-row family SUV segment in Saudi Arabia — offering seven seats, strong efficiency, and Toyota's dependability in a package that starts from SAR 151,455.

Under the bonnet sits a 2.5 L hybrid system delivering 240 bhp, through a CVT gearbox, with fuel consumption of — making it one of the most efficient options in the full-size, three-row SUV class. The LE HEV 4X2 is the entry point and covers core family needs well; the HEV 4X4 LTD adds four-wheel drive and a higher specification level, making it the right choice for buyers who occasionally venture off paved roads or want a more complete luxury feel.

Pros: the hybrid-only lineup means every Highlander in Saudi Arabia benefits from lower fuel costs — a meaningful advantage given typical mileage patterns. Seven-seat practicality is well-suited to larger family use. Cons: the CVT gearbox prioritises efficiency over driving engagement, which some buyers find less rewarding than a stepped automatic. The third-row seat is functional for shorter trips but not ideal for tall adults on longer journeys.

No formal residual value data is currently available for the Highlander in Saudi Arabia. However, used 2024 examples currently list from SAR 137,000 on CarSwitch — around 10% below new — suggesting the model holds value reasonably well in its early years. Toyota's broader brand retention in the Kingdom is among the best of any manufacturer, and hybrid models have shown increasing demand in the used market.

Buyers also consider the Kia Sorento, Hyundai Santa Fe and Volkswagen Teramont — the closest rivals in this segment and price bracket.

How much does the Toyota Highlander cost in Saudi Arabia?

Three trims only, from SAR 151,455 for the LE HEV 4X2 to SAR 207,460 for the HEV 4X4 LTD. All three pair the 2.5 L hybrid with a CVT and seat 7; the ladder buys all-wheel drive first and equipment second.

Which Highlander trim is the one to buy?

The GLE, in the middle. It is the cheapest Highlander with all-wheel drive, which is the difference that matters on wet roads and soft shoulders. The Limited above it adds leather, a panoramic roof and a premium sound system without changing how the car drives.

Toyota Highlander or Kia Sorento?

The Highlander is the easier car to own — hybrid as standard, a service point in every city, and the calmest third row of the three. The Kia Sorento is better equipped for the money and carries a longer warranty. The Hyundai Santa Fe is the most spacious and the most striking to look at.

What does a Toyota Highlander cost to run in Saudi Arabia?

Hybrid economy in a seven-seater is the whole argument — a large SUV returning small-SUV fuel figures in city traffic, with nothing to plug in. Abdul Latif Jameel handles sales and service from Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam, and servicing costs no more than the petrol models this generation replaced.

Does the Toyota Highlander hold its value, and what should you watch for as it ages?

It holds about 58% of its value after five years, a little ahead of the roughly 56% typical of mainstream Japanese cars here, helped by how few reach the used market. Most examples on sale are recent, so what to check is condition rather than wear: kerbed wheels, parking damage, the third-row folding mechanism and an unbroken hybrid service record. Every one of those items appears on the report for the car in front of you.