2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
When comparing the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's and the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's and the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a better car than the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg base engine makes 380 horsepower. The Highlander Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The Touareg is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 634 miles.This gives the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19461 - 31172
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.431133
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.209349 / 10
Reliability:
9.328047 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 26Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, Limited Platinum
2015 Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7716 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 28 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
528 / 634 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
154.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4861 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5260 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.4 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/50R19