Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs. Toyota Sienna

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and Toyota Sienna 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 and the Toyota Sienna.

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

Pricing: A used 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid ranges from $46,520 to $60,199 while a used 2025 Toyota Sienna is priced between $41,991 to $79,635. For a new model, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's price is between $48,954 and $58,841, with the Toyota Sienna priced between $43,118 and $61,879.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid loses 38.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Sienna loses 38.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander Hybrid retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Sienna.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Sienna's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 16 Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs and the Toyota Sienna being ranked 1 out of 4 Best Hybrid Minivans.

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

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid’s base engine makes 243 horsepower, and the Toyota Sienna base engine makes 245 horsepower. The Highlander Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles. The Sienna is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 648 miles. This gives the Toyota Sienna the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Sienna, a hybrid minivan car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the Toyota Sienna have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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Toyota Highlander Hybrid
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

48954 - 58841

Starting MSRP:

46820

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

48413

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

37800 - 60490

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

43118 - 61879

Starting MSRP:

39485

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Minivans)

43780

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)

39485 - 51055

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

53080

Price Range:

46520 - 60199

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

51507

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

40518 - 65239

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

56023

Price Range:

41991 - 79635

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Minivans)

49823

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)

46024 - 56023

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

18079

Depreciation %:

0.38612833

Resale Value $:

28741

Residual Value %:

0.61387167

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

0.38635449

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

0.32753242 - 0.55374955

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

15099

Depreciation %:

0.38240828

Resale Value $:

24386

Residual Value %:

0.6175917200000001

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Minivans)

0.38240828

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)

0.38240828 - 0.38240828

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.4 / 10

Reliability:

8.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Toyota Sienna Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

17.7

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.61

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Sienna

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6006999209915365

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.2 - 7.9

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

4.486332752729129

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Minivans)

3.0

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Minivans)

2.8 - 4.5

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 41

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 36

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 16

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 16

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 12

Safest Hybrid SUVs

2 / 41

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

2 / 36

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

2 / 36

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 16

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

3 / 41

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

4 / 41

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 36

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 16

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 41

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

5 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

6 / 36

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

6 / 16

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 12

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 36

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 13

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

9 / 41

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

9 / 41

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

9 / 16

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

9 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

10 / 16

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

10 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

10 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 16

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

12 / 16

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

13 / 16

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

15 / 36

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

17 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

17 / 36

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

18 / 41

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

21 / 36

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

21 / 36

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

22 / 41

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

22 / 41

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

22 / 41

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

25 / 41

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

28 / 41

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

28 / 36

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

28 / 32

Toyota Sienna Rankings

Best Hybrid Cars for Towing

1 / 22

Best Off-road Hybrid Cars

1 / 22

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 22

Best Family Hybrid Minivans

1 / 4

Best Hybrid Minivans

1 / 4

Best Hybrid Minivans for Towing

1 / 4

Best Off-road Hybrid Minivans

1 / 4

Hybrid Minivans with Best Resale Value

1 / 4

Most Affordable Hybrid Minivans

1 / 3

Hybrid Minivans with the Most Legroom

2 / 4

Best Family Hybrid Cars

3 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars

3 / 22

Safest Hybrid Cars

3 / 22

Best Hybrid Minivans for Tall People

3 / 4

Hybrid Minivans with the Most Horsepower

3 / 4

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

4 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

4 / 22

Hybrid Minivans with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 4

Most Comfortable Hybrid Minivans

4 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

5 / 22

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

10 / 14

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

12 / 22

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

13 / 22

Summary Review

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is the hybrid version of the Toyota Highlander, which is among the best-selling, top-rated SUVs in the 3-row segment.

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Summary Review

Toyota’s Sienna has long been a favorite of families who wanted an all-wheel-drive minivan, but its appeal goes deeper than that one feature. The Sienna changes in very important ways for 2021 that make it hard to pass up for those seeking the best cost of ownership in this segment.

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Pros and Cons

  • Class-leading fuel economy
  • No disappointing base engine
  • Legendary reliability
  • Full suite of standard safety features

  • Poorly-rated headlights on L, LE, and XLE trims
  • Third row legroom less than competition

Pros and Cons

  • 36 MPG fuel economy rating
  • Available all-wheel drive 
  • Included maintenance for two years under warranty

  • Spare tire is not standard
  • The driving experience is not best in class

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

Minivan

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

Limited, Limited 25th Edition, Platinum, XLE, XLE Nightshade

Toyota Sienna Trim Levels

LE 8-Passenger, Limited 7-Passenger, Platinum 7-Passenger, Woodland Edition, XLE 7-Passenger, XLE 8-Passenger, XSE 7-Passenger

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

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 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

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

243 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.054 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

245 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.053 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:

AWD

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


35 / 35 / 35

Range (city/hwy):

599 / 599 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

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 / 36 / 36

Range (city/hwy):

648 / 648 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

Captain's seat:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

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:

Available

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:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

155.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

62.4 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

62.7 inches

Cargo Space:

33.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

101 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

195.9 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4515 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4610 lbs

Width:

78.5 inches

Height:

68.5 inches

Length:

203.7 inches

Wheelbase:

120.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.4 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Heavy Metal / Magnetic Gray Metallic

Green

Cypress

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Green

Cypress

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Ice Cap

Interior Colors

Beige

Harvest Beige

Black

Black

Gray

Graphite

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Not available

Gray

Gray

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