Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs Acura MDX Sport Hybrid
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid for Sale
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Overview | |
MSRP$40,620 | MSRP$51,960 |
Average price$34,821 | Average price |
Listings2170 | Listings3 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Highlander Hybrid's popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive EPA fuel economy rating and accessible base price. 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, and only one of them costs less. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | |
Reviews SummaryWhen I talk to folks about cars and mention certain hybrids, some become disappointed. That’s a dated way of thinking. Sure, if you are a performance enthusiast, the sight of a Toyota Prius does nothing to stir your passion. But there are a growing number of vehicles with hybrid drivetrains that provide solid performance as well as a few extra MPGs. The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid is one such vehicle. It takes a drivetrain inspired by the Acura NSX hybrid supercar and brings it to a large, three-row SUV that also happens to have sporty driving dynamics. What should stand out to any high-power hybrid skeptic is that the Sport Hybrid is the range-topping version of the 2017 MDX. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine3.0L 321 hp V6 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City36 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name3.0L 321 hp V6 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City36 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space15.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4330 lbs | Curb Weight4471 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height67.4 in |
Length194.9 in | Length196.2 in |
Width76.0 in | Width77.7 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload1495 lbs | Maximum Payload1481 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid for Sale
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Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,620 | $51,960 |
Average price | $34,821 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.0 |
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Highlander Hybrid's popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive EPA fuel economy rating and accessible base price. 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, and only one of them costs less. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | When I talk to folks about cars and mention certain hybrids, some become disappointed. That’s a dated way of thinking. Sure, if you are a performance enthusiast, the sight of a Toyota Prius does nothing to stir your passion. But there are a growing number of vehicles with hybrid drivetrains that provide solid performance as well as a few extra MPGs. The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid is one such vehicle. It takes a drivetrain inspired by the Acura NSX hybrid supercar and brings it to a large, three-row SUV that also happens to have sporty driving dynamics. What should stand out to any high-power hybrid skeptic is that the Sport Hybrid is the range-topping version of the 2017 MDX. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.0L 321 hp V6 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | 1.3 kWh |
MPG City | 36 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.0L 321 hp V6 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | 1.3 kWh |
MPG City | 36 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 15.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4330 lbs | 4471 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 67.4 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 196.2 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 77.7 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1495 lbs | 1481 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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