2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,070 to $53,545
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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 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 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 265 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 201.4 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Toyota Grand Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota Grand Highlander is much wider than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Toyota Grand Highlander, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Toyota Grand Highlander has the same turning radius as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Toyota Grand Highlander is clearly the choice over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Toyota Grand Highlander has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Toyota Grand Highlander does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Toyota Grand Highlander has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.