2024 Lincoln Nautilus vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus

2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,250
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Picture of the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2023 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,620 to $53,025
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MPG - City 21 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 68.8 - 71.3 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.2 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 79.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Nautilus than in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Lincoln Nautilus offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lincoln Nautilus as you will with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Lincoln Nautilus is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Nautilus is much wider than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Lincoln Nautilus takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Lincoln Nautilus has the same turning radius as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Lincoln Nautilus and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Lincoln Nautilus has less seating than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lincoln Nautilus has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.