2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs 2023 Land Rover Defender
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MSRP$53,500 | MSRP$40,620 |
Listings90 | Listings64 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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2023 Land Rover Defender Reviews SummaryPeople who buy a Land Rover expect their toy to come in a box. That’s the Defender, a modern recreation of the original Land Rover that has served farmers, militaries, and safari guides since the end of World War II. The Defender is a high-end Jeep that treads anywhere. The difference is build quality, comfort, luxury features, and the name. Parking a new Rover on the driveway means at least some things are going very well for the people inside the home. For 2023, the extended new Defender 130 joins this versatile and charming lineup of British trucks. | |
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reviews SummaryThe Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower296 hp @ 4000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City17 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway35 |
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Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower296 hp @ 4000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City17 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.0 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4815 lbs | Curb Weight4330 lbs |
Height77.4 in | Height68.1 in |
Length197.6 in | Length194.9 in |
Width82.9 in | Width76.0 in |
Wheelbase118.9 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload2030 lbs | Maximum Payload1495 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
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MSRP | $53,500 | $40,620 |
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Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | People who buy a Land Rover expect their toy to come in a box. That’s the Defender, a modern recreation of the original Land Rover that has served farmers, militaries, and safari guides since the end of World War II. The Defender is a high-end Jeep that treads anywhere. The difference is build quality, comfort, luxury features, and the name. Parking a new Rover on the driveway means at least some things are going very well for the people inside the home. For 2023, the extended new Defender 130 joins this versatile and charming lineup of British trucks. | The Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 4000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 17 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 4000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 17 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.0 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4815 lbs | 4330 lbs |
Height | 77.4 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 76.0 in |
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 2030 lbs | 1495 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7716 lbs | 3500 lbs |

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