Does the Highlander have lane Keep Assist?
Yes. The Highlander generally includes Lane Keeping Assist as part of Toyota Safety Sense on most recent models, with Lane Tracing Assist and Lane Departure Alert available on many trims. Exact availability varies by model year and trim.
How Lane Keeping Assist works in the Highlander
The Highlander’s lane-keeping tools are part of Toyota Safety Sense, a bundle of driver-assistance features. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist watches lane markings and can warn you or apply light steering to help keep you in your lane. Lane Tracing Assist works with adaptive cruise control to help keep the vehicle centered on the highway when lane markings are visible.
Core components
These are the two primary lane-keeping features you’ll encounter in the Highlander, typically available together on models equipped with Toyota Safety Sense:
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist: detects lane drift and provides steering input to help you return to the center of the lane.
- Lane Tracing Assist: combines with adaptive cruise control to actively keep the vehicle centered in the lane on well-marked roads.
Note: Lane-keeping systems are intended to support your driving; they require you to stay attentive and keep hands on the wheel. They may not function on poorly marked roads, in heavy rain, snow, or other challenging conditions.
Availability by year and trim
Availability of Lane Keeping Assist features depends on model year and trim level. In recent Highlanders, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and Lane Tracing Assist are generally included with Toyota Safety Sense on most mid- and upper-trim models, while base trims may offer fewer driver-assistance options or require an optional package.
- Most newer Highlanders (past a few model years) include Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist as part of standard safety packages on higher trims.
- Lane Tracing Assist is commonly included or available when you have Toyota Safety Sense in the vehicle configuration, especially on models with adaptive cruise control.
- Entry-level trims may require additional safety packages or may have limited lane-keeping features compared with mid- to high-tier trims.
To confirm the exact suite for a specific model year and trim, check the official brochure or the vehicle’s window sticker from the dealer.
Summary
The Toyota Highlander does offer Lane Keeping Assist as part of Toyota Safety Sense on most recent models, with Lane Departure Alert and Lane Tracing Assist commonly available. Availability varies by year and trim, so it’s best to verify the exact features on the specific Highlander you’re considering by consulting the official specs for that model year or speaking with a dealer.
