Toyota delays 2027 electric Highlander production and rolls out new Corolla Hatchback

Toyota announced an eight‑week postponement of the start of series production for its all‑electric Highlander SUV. The model, originally slated to reach dealers by the end of 2026, will now see its first deliveries pushed to early 2027 while the existing gasoline and hybrid Highlander continues production through December 2026. Toyota said the extra time will be used to complete final testing and ensure the vehicle is market‑ready. The delay may also affect other projects that share the same platform, though no schedule changes have been confirmed for the Lexus TZ or Subaru Getaway.

In a separate launch, Toyota revealed the 2027 Corolla Hatchback. The compact hatchback will be offered in SE and XSE trims, with the SE equipped with a 7‑inch digital instrument panel and the XSE adding a 12.3‑inch display plus a 10.5‑inch multimedia screen. Prices start at $24,780 for the SE and $27,875 for the XSE, and the model is expected to arrive in showrooms in the summer of 2026. Standard safety features include Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, and the vehicle retains the Dynamic Force 2.0‑liter engine delivering 169 hp.