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Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE vs. Toyota Highlander XLE

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE and Toyota Highlander XLE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE and the Toyota Highlander XLE.

When we compare the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE's and the Toyota Highlander XLE's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and interior volume. The Toyota Highlander XLE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE's and the Toyota Highlander XLE's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE is a better car than the Toyota Highlander XLE.

Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE ranges from $38,855 to $45,720 while a used 2024 Toyota Highlander XLE is priced between $37,999 to $46,995.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE loses 38.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Highlander XLE loses 41.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Highlander XLE.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 9 Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows and the Toyota Highlander being ranked 3 out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 8.5 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Highlander.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE’s base engine makes 243 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander XLE base engine makes 265 horsepower. The LE is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles. The XLE is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 519 miles. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Highlander XLE. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear shoulder room. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE and Toyota Highlander XLE are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE and the Toyota Highlander XLE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Highlander XLE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

40970

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

45359

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

35070 - 60490

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

44340 - 48735

Starting MSRP:

42420

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

37575

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43320

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

42894

Price Range:

38855 - 45720

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

42528

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

35332 - 55472

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

12

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

25524

# Good or Great Deals:

6

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

42843

Price Range:

37999 - 46995

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

40450

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

29167 - 55624

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

445

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

27724

# Good or Great Deals:

200

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.4 / 10

Reliability:

8.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

16.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.61

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander XLE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

12.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.0

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

7.7 - 15.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.387



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.400066748288539

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

3.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

1.8 - 24.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

6.961007717769077

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.3 - 31.4

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

2 / 36

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 36

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

2 / 31

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

2 / 31

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

2 / 14

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

2 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs

3 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 31

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

3 / 14

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 14

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 36

Safest Hybrid SUVs

4 / 36

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 31

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

5 / 14

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 14

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

5 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

7 / 36

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

7 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

7 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 9

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

8 / 31

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

8 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 14

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

9 / 14

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 36

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

10 / 14

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

11 / 14

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 14

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

14 / 31

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

14 / 31

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

14 / 31

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

16 / 36

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

18 / 31

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

19 / 36

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 31

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

20 / 36

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

22 / 36

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

23 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

23 / 28

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

26 / 36

Toyota Highlander Rankings

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

1 / 17

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

1 / 17

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

1 / 16

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

1 / 16

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

1 / 10

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

1 / 10

Best Family Crossover SUVs

3 / 67

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Best Family Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

3 / 30

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

4 / 34

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

4 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

4 / 28

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 34

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

6 / 67

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 34

Safest Midsize SUVs

6 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

7 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

9 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

10 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

11 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

13 / 67

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 30

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

14 / 32

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

15 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

16 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

16 / 34

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 34

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

17 / 28

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

18 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 32

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

20 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

21 / 56

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

24 / 34

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 34

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

26 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

27 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 32

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

28 / 34

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

30 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

32 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

47 / 56

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Other Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

LE Nightshade, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XLE Nightshade

Other Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

LE, Limited, Platinum, XSE

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

243 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

265 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

310 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


36 / 35 / 36

Range (city/hwy):

616 / 599 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

394 / 519 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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:

38.7 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:

157.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.4 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

84.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

155.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4330 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4199 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 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint / Moon Dust

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Green

Cypress

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Not available

Blue

Not available

Gray

Not available

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Silver

Not available

White

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Graphite

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Gray

Not available

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