2023 GMC Acadia vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Review

Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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2024 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $39,270 to $51,675
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 79.0 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 - 310 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.4 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The GMC Acadia offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Highlander. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the GMC Acadia and the Toyota Highlander.

Convenience
The GMC Acadia requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Highlander, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the GMC Acadia will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander.

Dimensions
The GMC Acadia is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander. The GMC Acadia is slightly shorter than the Toyota Highlander, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The GMC Acadia has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Acadia has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Acadia does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Acadia and the Toyota Highlander. The GMC Acadia has less cargo space than the Toyota Highlander, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.