Ford Explorer Hybrid vs Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2024-Present |
MSRP$49,050 | MSRP$45,610 |
Listings30 | Listings32 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryAs its name implies, the 2026 Grand Highlander is bigger than the regular Highlander. It’s also just plain huge inside. With three available powertrains and trim levels ranging from budget-friendly to legitimately upscale, there is a Grand Highlander for anyone shopping in the $40,000 to $60,000 range. The current version launched as a 2024 model and carries over essentially unchanged for 2026. Verdict: Do super-functional appliances that promise to save money in the long run make buyers smile? If they do, drivers will probably be very happy with a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.3L 318 hp V6 Hybrid | Engine Name2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque322 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower318 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space52.3 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5091 lbs | Curb Weight4565 lbs |
Height69.4 in | Height72.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length201.4 in |
Width89.3 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase116.1 in |
Maximum Payload1500 lbs | Maximum Payload1410 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2024-Present |
MSRP | $49,050 | $45,610 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | As its name implies, the 2026 Grand Highlander is bigger than the regular Highlander. It’s also just plain huge inside. With three available powertrains and trim levels ranging from budget-friendly to legitimately upscale, there is a Grand Highlander for anyone shopping in the $40,000 to $60,000 range. The current version launched as a 2024 model and carries over essentially unchanged for 2026. Verdict: Do super-functional appliances that promise to save money in the long run make buyers smile? If they do, drivers will probably be very happy with a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | 1.3 kWh |
MPG City | 36 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.3L 318 hp V6 Hybrid | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 322 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 318 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | 1.3 kWh |
MPG City | 36 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 52.3 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5091 lbs | 4565 lbs |
Height | 69.4 in | 72.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 201.4 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 116.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1500 lbs | 1410 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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