Toyota Highlander vs Toyota Highlander vs Toyota RAV4
Toyota Highlander
$46,270
Toyota Highlander
$45,570 – $47,465
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Toyota Highlander vs Toyota Highlander vs Toyota RAV4. Toyota RAV4 offers the strongest value on price. Toyota Highlander leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Toyota Highlander
Best Value
Toyota RAV4
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Toyota Highlander
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Toyota Highlander
$46,270
Rating: 8.2/10
Toyota Highlander
$45,570 – $47,465
Rating: 8.4/10
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Toyota Highlander |
Toyota Highlander |
Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Toyota | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Suv | Suv | — |
| Body Style | 4-door mid-size suv | 4-door mid-size SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $46,270 | $45,570 – $47,465 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $46,270 | $47,465 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $45,100 | — | $35,199 |
| Engine | 2.4L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder | 2.4L Turbocharged Inline-4 | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 265 | 265 | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | 7.4s 0-60 mph estimate | N/A | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 113 mph | N/A | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded | Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | — | 21 city / 28 hwy / 24 combined MPG | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | 0 miles | — | N/A |
| Emissions | Not rated | N/A | ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent) |
| Battery | Conventional 12V | — | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | Not Applicable | — | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 8.2/10 | 8.4/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 0 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 7.0 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 8.5 | 8.0 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | — | 9.0 | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | — | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.0 | — | 8.8 |
| Value Score | — | — | 9.2 |
| Pros | Standard all-wheel drive across all trim levels; Quiet and well-organized cabin layout; Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 | Standard AWD across all trims; Efficient hybrid option (up to 35 mpg combined); Strong safety suite standard; Flexible 7... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Driving dynamics prioritize comfort over excitement; Third row is relatively tight compared to larger competitors | Base LE trim discontinued, raising entry price; Turbo gas engine feels underpowered for the segment; Interior tech is ba... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |
