2025 Toyota
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2026 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 20 - 21 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 28 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 97.5 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 201.4 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.3 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Volkswagen Atlas.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Toyota Grand Highlander as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas, 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). Whether you pick the Toyota Grand Highlander or the Volkswagen Atlas, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
The Toyota Grand Highlander is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas.
When looking at overall length, the Toyota Grand Highlander takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Toyota Grand Highlander has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Toyota Grand Highlander will do just as well as the Volkswagen Atlas, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Toyota Grand Highlander transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Toyota Grand Highlander offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Toyota Grand Highlander as you will in the Volkswagen Atlas.