Comparison - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019 - vs - Lexus UX 250h 2020

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
41,030
Updated: 
01 May 2019
$
34,350
Updated: 
10 Nov 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2020
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
19.20gals
10.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alumina Jade Metallic
#5D655E
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Toasted Walnut Pearl
#6C534E
Midnight Black Metallic
#24231E
Celestial Silver Metallic
#979CA0
Ooh La La Rouge Mica
#581826
Predawn Gray Mica
#5D5B60
Shoreline Blue Pearl
#425C73
Color: 
Eminent White Pearl
#f2f2f2
Caviar
#2e2e2e
Obsidian
#090909
Redline
#c42a28
Atomic Silver
#abaab8
Cadmium Orange
#bf3b17
Silver Lining Metallic
#bbbdba
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4f5052
Nori Green Pearl
#4b5137
Autumn Shimmer
#5c3223

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 Toyota Highlander ranked #14 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota Highlander has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 47 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable and quiet
Stylish cabin with first-rate materials
Lots of standard advanced safety features
Optional V6 engine is robust and fuel-efficient

Cons
Confining third-row seat
So-so standard four-cylinder engine

By: 
usnews.com

The 2019 Toyota Highlander delivers safety, features, comfort, and efficiency in a family-friendly package.

Pros
Comfortable cabin
Strong V-6
Miserly hybrid
Luxurious ride quality

Cons
Not pretty
Weak base 4-cylinder
No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Third row's just average

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Only minor styling revisions for 2019.The 2019 Toyota Highlander comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.

PROS
Standard high-tech safety features
Strong V6 engine with good fuel economy
Quiet and pleasantly compliant ride

CONS
Third-row seat isn't as roomy as those in many competitors
Touchscreen and other controls may require an extra-long reach
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto aren't offered
Weak power delivery of the base four-cylinder engine

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Lexus UX 250h comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.Adds Android Auto and Google Assistant functionality.Reverse braking now included with blind-spot warning option.

Pros
Fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain
Improved performance over standard non-hybrid model
Lots of standard and optional safety tech
Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions

Cons
Infotainment interface can be difficult to use
Limited rear legroom
Small rear cargo space with high liftover height

By: 
edmunds.com

Lexus goes light on updates for the 2020 UX by only adding a couple new features. Its subscription-based Enform connected services now has a revised trial period. Likewise, a rear cross-traffic alert has been added to its blind-spot monitor.

Pros
Enjoyable to drive,
convincingly upscale interior,
generous standard features.

Cons
Unrefined engine noises,
annoying infotainment touchpad,
small cargo area.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Lexus UX's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Lexus UX has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Terrific fuel economy
Comfortable ride
Good maneuverability

Cons
Frustrating infotainment controls
Lackluster engine
Dull driving dynamics

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
41.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
38.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.00L
Torque: 
263ft-lbs
at 4 700rpm
Horsepower: 
295hp
at 6 600rpm
181hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
34.20Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Keyless Ignition
Adaptive Cruise Control
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
192.50in
177.00in
Width: 
75.80in
72.40in
Height: 
68.10in
60.60in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
Front Track: 
64.40in
Rear Track: 
64.20in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
103.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.50
37.20
Rear Head Room: 
39.60
36.30
Front Leg Room: 
44.20in
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
38.40in
33.10in
Front Hip Room: 
57.20in
53.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.30in
55.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.10in
52.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
59.60in
52.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
83.20cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
13.80cu.ft
17.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.10degrees
Curb Weight: 
4464.00lbs
3605.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated Mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Bucket front seats
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
4-Way Power Passenger Seat
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power driver seat
leatherette
Rear Seats Features: 
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Folding Center Armrest
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
6 Total Speakers
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
USB with external media control
USB connection
6 total speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 X 7.5-In.
18 x 7.0 in.
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Run flat tires
painted alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Glass Breakage Sensor
Pre-Collision Safety System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Turn Signal Mirrors
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
lane departure warning accident avoidance system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
LED headlamp
pre-collision safety system

Options

Packages: 
Protection Package #3
Preferred Accessory Package
All-Weather Floor Liner Package
Protection Package #1
Four Season Floor Liner/Mat Package
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package
Exterior Options: 
Body Side Moldings
Running Boards
Rear Bumper Applique
Paint Protection Film
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Door Edge Guards
Mudguards
Special Color
Towing Receiver Hitch W/Wire Harness Package
Alloy Wheel Locks
Rear Bumper Protector
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film by 3M
Mudguards
Power Rear Door w/Kick Sensor
Rear Bumper Protector
Premium Paint
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Triple Beam LED Headlamps
Interior Options: 
Carpet Mat Package
Cargo Net- Envelope
Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package
Universal Tablet Holder
Wireless Headphones
Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System
Cargo Cover
2nd Row Bench Seat
Universal Tablet Holder
Head Up Display
Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Inside Rear View Mirror w/Homelink Universal Transmitter
Power Tilt and Slide Moonroof
Wireless Charger
Key Gloves w/Lexus Logo
Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Navigation System w/10.3" Multimedia Display
Illuminated Door Sills
Carpet Cargo Mat
Key Gloves w/F Logo

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ash, leather
#494949
Black, leather
#0F0F0F
Almond, leather
#C1AF8F
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#252525
Glazed Caramel NuLuxe, leatherette
#9b6849
Birch, leatherette
#a6a19d