2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid vs. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2025 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $37,190 to $52,195
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MPG - City 26 - 37 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 77.8 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 195.5 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Cross Sport.

Dimensions
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 Cross Sport.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid more than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.