2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 84.3 ft3 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 243 hp 184 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.9 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 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 rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Tiguan, with comparable head- and legroom. The Toyota 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 Tiguan.

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 Highlander Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Highlander Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

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

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

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

Utility
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.