2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid vs. 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

2025 Toyota
Grand Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $44,210 to $58,775
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Picture of the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas

2026 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $39,310 to $54,630
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MPG - City 26 - 37 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 34 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 245-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 362-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 245 - 362 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 201.4 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid than in the Volkswagen Atlas. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid and the Volkswagen Atlas.

Convenience
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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). The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Dimensions
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas. When looking at overall length, the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas is clearly the choice over the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Utility
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid as you will in the Volkswagen Atlas.