2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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2024 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $39,270 to $51,675
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 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
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Highlander, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Toyota Highlander.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is much slimmer than the Toyota Highlander, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander is clearly the choice over the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has much lower torque than the Toyota Highlander, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Hyundai IONIQ 5 seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Highlander. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander.