2024 Nissan ARIYA vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan ARIYA

2024 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,590 to $54,190
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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MPG - City Info not available 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 59.7 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 214 - 389 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.9 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid than in the Nissan ARIYA, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan ARIYA and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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). Whether you pick the Nissan ARIYA or the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Nissan ARIYA is a little narrower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Nissan ARIYA, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Nissan ARIYA has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Nissan ARIYA for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan ARIYA greatly out-muscles the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Nissan ARIYA has much lower torque than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Nissan ARIYA seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Nissan ARIYA has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.