Comparison - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021 - vs - Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid 2021

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Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Toyota Vanguard

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Make:

Toyota

Model:

Highlander

RAV4 Hybrid

Average Price:

43,355

Updated:

06 Feb 2020

32,900

Updated:

15 Sep 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.90gals

14.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Ruby Flare Pearl

#740000

Celestial Silver Metallic

#979CA0

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#4E4E4E

Blueprint

#323C71

MIDNIGHT BLACK METALLIC

#24231E

Electric

Battery:

18.1-kWh lithium-ion battery

Full Charge Range:

42mi

Top Speed:

117mph

Seconds from 0 to 60mph:

5.40s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway.

Pros
Better style
New sporty XSE look
Still practical…
...and fuel efficient
Great standard safety

Cons
Infotainment is still a headache
Exterior is a little busy
Pricey top models
Small-ish third row

By:

thecarconnection.com

The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.

Pros
Attractive design,
optional hybrid powertrain,
generous standard features.

Cons
Few driving thrills,
skimpy third-row room,
fussy interior styling.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Highlander comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 2 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.New sporty XSE trim debuts.

Pros
Comfortable, quiet ride
Easy to see out of
Good power and fuel economy from V6 engine

Cons
Third row is kids-only
Below-average cargo space behind the third-row seat

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's #2 ranking is based on its score within the Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. It is the winner of our 2021 Best Hybrid and Electric SUV for the Money award and a finalist for our 2021 Best Hybrid and Electric SUV for Families award. Currently the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Energetic powertrain
Great gas mileage
Spacious, handsome cabin
Plenty of standard features
Ample cargo space

Cons
Road noise permeates the cabin

By:

usnews.com

The Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) has an impressive all-electric range and low emissions, but the extremely high list price limits its appeal for private buyers and company car buyers alike. The regular front-wheel drive RAV4 hybrid is the sweet spot in the range. It’s fairly ordinary to drive, but strong resale values, astounding economy and a fantastic reliability record make it a tempting option in the large SUV category.

Pros
Exceedingly frugal
Regular hybrid has slow predicted depreciation
Strong reliability record

Cons
Terrible infotainment system
Rivals are better to drive
No seven-seat option

By:

whatcar.com

The standard RAV4 Hybrid receives a new mid-range XLE Premium trim for 2021, but the big news this year is the introduction of the plug-in hybrid RAV4 Prime models. The RAV4 Prime is the most powerful RAV4 offered with a total of 302 horsepower between its gas engine and electric motors; it also offers a claimed 42 miles of electric-only driving per charge.

Pros
Strong acceleration,
driver-assistance tech is standard,
roomy cabin.

Cons
Prices start above $30,000,
uninvolving handling,
most desirable features quickly increase the price.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

20.00mpg

41.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

38.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

2.50L

Torque:

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

295hp

at 6 600rpm

219hp

at 5 300rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

37.40Feet

36.10Feet

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:

197.40in

180.90in

Width:

76.00in

73.00in

Height:

68.10in

67.00in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

8.10in

Wheel Base:

112.20in

105.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.60

37.70

Rear Head Room:

39.40

39.50

Front Leg Room:

42.00in

41.00in

Rear leg room:

41.00in

37.80in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

54.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.00in

57.80in

Rear Hip Room:

57.00in

47.70in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.40in

56.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

84.30cu.ft

69.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

1750lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.00cu.ft

37.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

16.90degrees

19.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.10degrees

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4400.00lbs

3755.00lbs

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

Hands-Free Entry

4 one-touch power windows

1st row power glass moonroof

Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Bucket front seats

8-way power driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

4-way manual passenger seat adjustment

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Manual Folding Bench Third Row Seats

Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual zone front climate control

Rear ventilation ducts

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

6 total speakers

Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

USB with external media control

3 months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

20 In.

18 x 7.0 in.

Wheels more:

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary spare tire

Inside mounted spare tire

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Width:

225.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

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

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:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Lane keep assist

Pre-collision safety system

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear center 3-point belt

Options

Packages:

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners

Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats

Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Tow Hitch Receiver

Alloy Wheel Locks

Special Color

Door Edge Guards

Rear Bumper Applique

Trailer Ball

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Tow Hitch Receiver W/Wiring Harness

Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)

Ball Mount

Rear Bumper Protector

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Paint Protection Film

Interior Options:

All Weather Floor Liners

Carpet Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Red Leather Interior

Cargo Cover

Carpet Mat Package

JBL Audio W/Integrated Navigation

Cargo Liner

Universal Tablet Holder

Cargo Tote

Cargo Net - Envelope

Illuminated Door Sills

Carpet Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Cockpit Red, leather

#802A2A

Black Mixed Media, leatherette

#24231E

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Comparison - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021 - vs - Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid 2021

General

Also called:

Kluger

Also called:

Toyota Vanguard

Electric

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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