The 2026 Toyota Mirai is a midsize four-door sedan and one of the few hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles available in the US market. It competes with the Hyundai Nexo as the primary hydrogen alternative, and with battery electric sedans such as the Tesla Model 3 and Lucid Air. The 2026 model carries over from 2025 with the addition of standard 19-inch black machine-finish wheels. Its rear-wheel-drive hydrogen fuel-cell system combines onboard hydrogen tanks with atmospheric oxygen to generate electricity for a 182-horsepower permanent magnet electric motor and delivers an EPA-estimated 402-mile range on a full tank.
The infotainment setup features Toyota Audio Multimedia on a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and voice commands via "Hey Toyota" for navigation, calls, and media, along with a 14-speaker JBL audio system. Drive Connect services include cloud navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist, plus a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. The electronics carry over from the previous year with no major updates. The Toyota app supports remote engine start, door lock/unlock, vehicle status checks, maintenance alerts, and Digital Key after the trial period. Connected features offer one- to five-year trials before requiring subscriptions, and over-the-air updates maintain the multimedia system.
What You're Really Signing Up For
- Interior cameras monitor driver with data collection enabled by default.
- Telematics module gathers long-term identifiable data and sells it for advertising.
- Manufacturer can remotely terminate services through over-the-air updates.
- Connected features expose driving habits to privacy-invasive tracking policies.
Top Reported Issues
The most frequently mentioned problems by owners
Remote Start Subscription Lock-in
Toyota's app-based remote start feature comes with a one-year free trial, after which owners must pa...
Remote Lock/Unlock Subscription
The Toyota app's remote lock/unlock functions require a paid subscription after the initial trial pe...
DCM Collects Data by Default
The Mirai's Data Communication Module (DCM) is active by default when delivered, collecting location...
Interior Cameras Monitor Driver
The Advance Drive System (ADS) uses interior cameras and sensors to monitor driver posture, facial a...
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the 2026 Toyota Mirai
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