Comparison - Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 2016 - vs - Toyota Venza Limited Hybrid 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Toyota Kluger

Also called:

Toyota FT-SX

2016 Toyota Highlander Review
2016 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review and test drive
2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review and road test.. How far will it go in Electric Mode?
2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review and test drive.. Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
The 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is the Most Fuel-Efficient
2021 Toyota Highlander 2.5 Hybrid Luxury (XU70
Is the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid the ULTIMATE 3-row SUV?
UFO | 2017 Toyota Highlander | Toyota
The 2021 Toyota Venza Is a New Hybrid Family SUV
New Toyota Venza walk-around
2022 Toyota Venza | Long Term Conclusions
2021 Toyota Venza XLE Hybrid:
Is the 2021 Toyota Venza a Hybrid SUV worth the wait to drive?
2021 Toyota Venza Vs. 2021 Toyota RAV4
2015 Toyota Venza Startup review & In Depth Tour
Toyota Venza | 2013 | Frontal Crash Test | NHTSA
Average Price: 
49,944
Updated: 
02 Dec 2016
$
39,800
Updated: 
28 Oct 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2016
2021
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.20gals
14.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alumina Jade Metallic
#5D655E
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Creme Brulee Mica
#A59A8C
Midnight Black Metallic
#24231E
Nautical Blue Metallic
#303C64
Ooh La La Rouge Mica
#581826
Predawn Gray Mica
#5D5B60
Shoreline Blue Pearl
#425C73
Silver Sky Metallic
#ACACAC
Color: 
Titanium Glow
#B3AEAB
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Blueprint
#273174
Ruby Flare Pearl
#750303
Celestial Black
#1C1B1B
Coastal Gray metallic
#6A767E

Electric

Motors: 
3 permanent-magnet synchronous AC motors
Battery: 
9-kWh lithium-ion battery
Top Speed: 
118mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
7.60s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

While the Venza is a new entry in Toyota's 2021 SUV lineup, it revives a name that was retired after the 2015 model year.The new 2021 Venza will slot between the compact RAV4 and the mid-size Highlander SUV in Toyota's lineup. It's based on the Harrier SUV that Toyota sells abroad, which we always thought would make a fine SUV for the North American market; apparently Toyota agrees. Unlike the Harrier, which is sold with both hybrid and conventional non-hybrid powertrains, the U.S. market Venza will be powered exclusively by a hybrid system.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The all-new 2021 Toyota Venza is a hybrid crossover with solid fuel economy ratings, an upscale cabin, and comfortable seats. However, it also has less cargo space than many rivals and lacks athleticism.

Pros
Posh interior
Roomy, supportive seats
Cushioned ride

Cons
Some usability issues with the larger infotainment screen
Subpar cargo capacity and high cargo hold load floor
Not as fun to drive as rivals

By: 
usnews.com

All-new midsize SUV. Available exclusively as a hybrid. Kicks off the second-generation Venza.

Pros
High fuel economy
Standard all-wheel drive
Luxury-level interior quality
Quiet and comfortable ride

Cons
One of the smallest midsize SUVs
Higher cost of entry
Not rated for towing

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Toyota Venza brings an upscale flair to the compact crossover class to go with its efficient and reasonably powerful hybrid powertrain.

Pros
Hybrid powertrain has enough guts and thrifty fuel economy
Looks like a Lexus
Fancy interior finish
Standard active safety features
Standard all-wheel drive

Cons
Less room than RAV4
Can top $40,000
Slushy acceleration
Tight rear seat head room

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
27.00mpg
40.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
37.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.50L
Torque: 
215ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
163ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
280hp
at 5 800rpm
176hp
at 5 700rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
37.40Feet

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: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
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.)
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Automatic Parking Assist

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
191.10in
186.60in
Width: 
75.80in
73.00in
Height: 
68.10in
65.90in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
7.70in
Front Track: 
64.40in
63.00in
Rear Track: 
64.20in
63.80in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
105.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.50
38.60
Rear Head Room: 
39.60
39.00
Front Leg Room: 
44.20in
40.90in
Rear leg room: 
38.40in
37.80in
Front Hip Room: 
57.20in
54.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.30in
57.40in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.10in
45.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
59.00in
56.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
83.20cu.ft
55.10cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
13.80cu.ft
28.80cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.00degrees
18.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
24.00degrees
21.80degrees
Curb Weight: 
4861.00lbs
3913.00lbs

Instruments

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

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Premium leather
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
4 -way power passenger seat
Bucket Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
4 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Manual folding split-bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

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
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

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
speed sensitive volume control
JBL premium brand speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
12 total speakers
JBL premium brand stereo system
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
JBL Premium Brand Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
9 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
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: 
19 x 7.5
19 X 7.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Chrome-clad wheel covers
Temporary spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R19

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
yes
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
VIP RS3200 Plus Security System
First Aid Kit
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Preferred Accessory Package
Driver Technology Package
Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners
Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats
Activity Package
Carpet Mat Package
Advanced Technology Package
Exterior Options: 
Special Color
Rear Bumper Applique
Drop Hitch Receiver
Rear Bumper Protector
Cross Bars and Side Rails
Cross Bars
Towing Receiver Hitch w/Wire Harness
Paint Protection Film
Accent Stripe
Accent Stripe
Clear Paint Protection - Door Package
Body SIde Molding
Mudguards
Body Side Moldings
Alloy Wheel Locks
Running Boards
Rear Bumper Applique
Running Boards
Rear Bumper Protector
Door Edge Guards
Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)
Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)
Star Gaze Panoramic Fixed Roof
Alloy Wheel Locks
Special Color
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Paint Protection Film
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Mats and Cargo Liner
Cargo Net
10" Overhead DVD Player (moonroof vehicles)
Carpet Floor Mats, Carpet Cargo Mat, All Weather Floor Mats
Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat
Retractable Cargo Cover
Connectivity Package (4 Piece)
Wireless Headphones
Carpet Floor Mats and Cargo Liner
Cargo Cover
Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System
Cargo Net
Carpet Floor Mats and Carpet Cargo Mat
Universal Tablet Holder
All-Weather Floor Liner Package
All Weather Floor Liners
Cargo Tote
Carpet Floor Mats
Venza Owner Portfolio
Carpet Cargo Mat
Center Console Safe
All-Weather Cargo Tray

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Almond, premium leather
#93826D
Ash, premium leather
#5B5B59
Black, premium leather
#353535
Color: 
Boulder, leatherette
#888989
Black, leatherette
#1E1E1E
Black AND Java, leatherette
#1E1E1E