Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs Volkswagen Tiguan
Overview | |
MSRP$40,620 | MSRP$28,880 |
Listings311 | Listings4739 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 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 SummaryVolkswagen’s best-selling model boosts its value with upgrades for the 2024 model year. Verdict: We weren’t enamored of the driving experience in the Tiguan, and we wish Volkswagen would offer a hybrid or plug-in hybrid option. But the automaker backs the vehicle’s premium looks with value in areas we think more likely to matter to most shoppers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 184 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 184 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
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 Space12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4330 lbs | Curb Weight3732 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height66.4 in |
Length194.9 in | Length186.1 in |
Width76.0 in | Width82.6 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase109.9 in |
Maximum Payload1495 lbs | Maximum Payload1301 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,620 | $28,880 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 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. | Volkswagen’s best-selling model boosts its value with upgrades for the 2024 model year. Verdict: We weren’t enamored of the driving experience in the Tiguan, and we wish Volkswagen would offer a hybrid or plug-in hybrid option. But the automaker backs the vehicle’s premium looks with value in areas we think more likely to matter to most shoppers. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 184 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 184 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4330 lbs | 3732 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 66.4 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 186.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 82.6 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1495 lbs | 1301 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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