2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. 2024 Toyota Sequoia Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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2024 Toyota
Sequoia

MSRP*: $61,275 to $81,265
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 84.3 ft3 86.9 ft3
Engine
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 437-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 243 hp 437 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 8,980 - 9,520 lbs
Exterior Length 194.9 in 208.1 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 79.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in
Front 39.2 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.4 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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Sequoia. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Sequoia, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid as you will with the Toyota Sequoia, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Clearly, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Toyota Sequoia, when considering MSRP.

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

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Sequoia is clearly the choice over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Sequoia.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the Toyota Sequoia. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid as you will in the Toyota Sequoia.