Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs Volkswagen Atlas
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MSRP$40,620 | MSRP$37,995 |
Listings311 | Listings3293 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 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 SummaryLaunched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4330 lbs | Curb Weight4343 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height70.4 in |
Length194.9 in | Length200.7 in |
Width76.0 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1495 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,620 | $37,995 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 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. | Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4330 lbs | 4343 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1495 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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