2024 Subaru Solterra vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Solterra

2024 Subaru
Solterra

MSRP*: $44,995 to $51,995
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,070 to $53,545
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 215 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.6 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 35.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 38.8 in
Rear 37.1 - 38.0 in
Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 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 Grand Highlander than in the Subaru Solterra, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Grand Highlander will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Solterra.

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 Subaru Solterra or the Toyota Grand Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Solterra is much slimmer than the Toyota Grand Highlander, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Subaru Solterra, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Grand Highlander.

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

Performance
The Subaru Solterra has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Grand Highlander.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Subaru Solterra seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander.