2026 Land Rover Defender vs 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$45,610 | MSRP$63,500 |
Listings65 | Listings427 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Reviews SummaryAs its name implies, the 2026 Grand Highlander is bigger than the regular Highlander. It’s also just plain huge inside. With three available powertrains and trim levels ranging from budget-friendly to legitimately upscale, there is a Grand Highlander for anyone shopping in the $50,000 to $70,000 range. The Grand Highlander launched as a 2024 model and carries over essentially unchanged for 2026. Verdict: Do super-functional appliances that promise to save money in the long run make buyers smile? If they do, drivers will probably be very happy with a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. | |
2026 Land Rover Defender Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.6 cu ft | Cargo Space34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4565 lbs | Curb Weight4830 lbs |
Height72.1 in | Height77.4 in |
Length201.4 in | Length197.5 in |
Width78.3 in | Width82.9 in |
Wheelbase116.1 in | Wheelbase119.0 in |
Maximum Payload1410 lbs | Maximum Payload2015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,610 | $63,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | As its name implies, the 2026 Grand Highlander is bigger than the regular Highlander. It’s also just plain huge inside. With three available powertrains and trim levels ranging from budget-friendly to legitimately upscale, there is a Grand Highlander for anyone shopping in the $50,000 to $70,000 range. The Grand Highlander launched as a 2024 model and carries over essentially unchanged for 2026. Verdict: Do super-functional appliances that promise to save money in the long run make buyers smile? If they do, drivers will probably be very happy with a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.6 cu ft | 34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4565 lbs | 4830 lbs |
Height | 72.1 in | 77.4 in |
Length | 201.4 in | 197.5 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 82.9 in |
Wheelbase | 116.1 in | 119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1410 lbs | 2015 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7715 lbs |

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