2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander
When we compare the 2021 BMW X1's and the 2021 Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW X1's and the 2021 Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Highlander is a better car than the 2021 BMW X1.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander Pricing
A used 2021 BMW X1 ranges from $25,999 to $37,720 while a used 2021 Toyota Highlander is priced between $29,998 to $44,999.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value and the 2021 Toyota Highlander loses 38.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Toyota Highlander retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 BMW X1.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Toyota Highlander being ranked 2 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X1.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 BMW X1’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2021 Toyota Highlander base engine makes 295 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 501 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Toyota Highlander. The X1 uses premium unleaded, and the Highlander uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Toyota Highlander, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2021 BMW X1, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space. The 2021 BMW X1 and 2021 Toyota Highlander are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 BMW X1 and the 2021 Toyota Highlander have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
25999 - 37720
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.434067
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
29998 - 44999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380816
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.566666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958187 / 10
Reliability:
8.674561 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X1 Rankings
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53 out of / 58Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
2021 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels
L, LE, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XSE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 501 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3567 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4145 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18