Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs Audi Q5
Overview | |
MSRP$40,620 | MSRP$44,200 |
Listings311 | Listings2425 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Audi Q5 is an attractive small luxury SUV that is both sporty and comfortable. Its big flaw is sluggish initial acceleration, but otherwise the Q5 feels enjoyable to drive and offers a good amount of technology. The Q5 is also offered in a "coupe-like" Sportback version which doesn't suffer with some of the space sacrifices that rivals do. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower201 hp @ 6000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque236 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower201 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space25.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4330 lbs | Curb Weight4079 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height65.5 in |
Length194.9 in | Length184.3 in |
Width76.0 in | Width84.2 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload1495 lbs | Maximum Payload1036 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2750 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,620 | $44,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | The 2023 Audi Q5 is an attractive small luxury SUV that is both sporty and comfortable. Its big flaw is sluggish initial acceleration, but otherwise the Q5 feels enjoyable to drive and offers a good amount of technology. The Q5 is also offered in a "coupe-like" Sportback version which doesn't suffer with some of the space sacrifices that rivals do. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 236 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 25.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4330 lbs | 4079 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 65.5 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 184.3 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 84.2 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1495 lbs | 1036 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2750 lbs |

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