Comparison - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

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Toyota Highlander XLE 2019

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

41,030

Updated:

01 May 2019

44,395

Updated:

23 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2019

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.20gals

18.60gals

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:

Pure White

#FFFFFF

Platinum gray metallic

#4D5760

Deep black pearl

#0B0B0C

Tourmaline blue metallic

#1B3D58

Pacific Blue Metallic

#016BA6

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

Space comes before pace with the roomy 2020 Volkswagen Atlas.

Pros
Massive interior
Rides well
Easy third-row access
Spacious cargo area

Cons
Not fast
Not efficient
Not stylish
Not luxurious

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy seats in every row
Cavernous cargo bay
User-friendly infotainment system
Carlike handling
Great fuel economy

Cons
Underpowered engines
Some downmarket cabin materials

By:

usnews.com

Now standard with VW Car-Net telematics app, free for five years.SE w/ Technology R-Line models and up get hands-free liftgate and parking sensors.SE w/ Technology models and up get 20-inch wheels; SEL Premiums upgrade to 21-inch wheels.The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.

Pros
Spacious interior offers ample room for passengers in all three rows
Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort
Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Lags some competitors in fuel economy

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

3.60L

Torque:

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

266ft-lbs

at 2 750rpm

Horsepower:

295hp

at 6 600rpm

276hp

at 6 200rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

38.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

192.50in

198.30in

Width:

75.80in

78.30in

Height:

68.10in

70.00in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

Front Track:

64.40in

67.20in

Rear Track:

64.20in

67.80in

Wheel Base:

109.80in

117.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.50

41.30

Rear Head Room:

39.60

40.40

Front Leg Room:

44.20in

41.50in

Rear leg room:

38.40in

37.60in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

58.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.30in

61.50in

Rear Hip Room:

57.10in

58.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.60in

60.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

83.20cu.ft

96.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

13.80cu.ft

20.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.00degrees

20.40degrees

Angle of Departure:

23.10degrees

22.40degrees

Curb Weight:

4464.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

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

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Folding Center Armrest

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Center Armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

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

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

Memory Card Slot

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

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

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

LED Headlamp

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Cornering Lights

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Options

Packages:

Protection Package #3

Preferred Accessory Package

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Protection Package #1

Four Season Floor Liner/Mat Package

VW Care

Combination Assistance Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

2nd-Row Dual Captain’s Chairs

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

Wheel Locks

Splash Guards

Side Steps

Trailer Hitch Extras

Hood Deflector

Rear Bumper Applique

Roof Rack

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

Rubber Mats Kit (Bench Seats)

Rubber Mats Kit (Captain's Chairs)

Luggage Net

Rearview Mirror W/Homelink

Carpeted Mats (Bench Seats)

Privacy Cover

Carpeted Mats (Captain's Chairs)

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ash, leather

#494949

Black, leather

#0F0F0F

Almond, leather

#C1AF8F

Color:

Shetland Beige, leatherette

#D2CAC3

Titan Black, leatherette

#000000

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Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

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Comparison - Toyota Highlander XLE 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

General

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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