Lexus GX vs Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$66,785 | MSRP$45,610 |
Listings341 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Lexus GX midsize SUV seats up to seven people, tows just over 9,000 pounds when properly equipped, can hold more than 90 cubic feet of cargo, and easily travels where few vehicles dare to tread. The 2026 GX 550 comes in Premium, Premium+, Overtrail, Overtrail+, Luxury, and Luxury+ trim levels, each equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine and standard four-wheel drive (4WD). Lexus reported no changes to this SUV for the 2026 model year. Verdict: Poor fuel economy aside, the GX is a good luxury SUV designed for serious off-roading and towing. For those who require neither, the Lexus RX is a better pick. | |
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 | |
Engine3.4L 349 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.4L 349 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh |
MPG City15 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.3 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5585 lbs | Curb Weight4565 lbs |
Height75.6 in | Height72.1 in |
Length197.1 in | Length201.4 in |
Width78.0 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase116.1 in |
Maximum Payload1445 lbs | Maximum Payload1410 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9063 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity9063 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $66,785 | $45,610 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Lexus GX midsize SUV seats up to seven people, tows just over 9,000 pounds when properly equipped, can hold more than 90 cubic feet of cargo, and easily travels where few vehicles dare to tread. The 2026 GX 550 comes in Premium, Premium+, Overtrail, Overtrail+, Luxury, and Luxury+ trim levels, each equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine and standard four-wheel drive (4WD). Lexus reported no changes to this SUV for the 2026 model year. Verdict: Poor fuel economy aside, the GX is a good luxury SUV designed for serious off-roading and towing. For those who require neither, the Lexus RX is a better pick. | 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 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 21 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.4L 349 hp V6 | 2.5L 245 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | |
MPG City | 15 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 21 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.3 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5585 lbs | 4565 lbs |
Height | 75.6 in | 72.1 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 201.4 in |
Width | 78.0 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 116.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1445 lbs | 1410 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | |
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