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Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE vs. Toyota Highlander LE

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

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

Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE ranges from $44,823 to $54,189 while a used 2024 Toyota Highlander LE is priced between $39,160 to $45,423. For a new model, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE's price is between $45,866 and $51,608, with the Toyota Highlander LE priced between $39,705 and $46,055.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE loses 38.3 percent of its value and the Toyota Highlander LE loses 39.2 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Highlander LE.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 9.2 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 32 Best Hybrid SUVs and the Toyota Highlander being ranked 9 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 9.5 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander the reliability rating is 8.9 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 XLE’s base engine makes 243 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander LE base engine makes 265 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Highlander LE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear shoulder room. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE and Toyota Highlander LE 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 XLE and the Toyota Highlander LE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Highlander LE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$45,866 - $51,608

Starting MSRP:

$44,120

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$45,359

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$35,070 - $60,490

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$39,705 - $46,055

Starting MSRP:

$39,270

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$37,697

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$31,990 - $43,320

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$49,137

Price Range:

$44,823 - $54,189

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$51,596

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$41,599 - $62,866

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

261

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

1,310

# Good or Great Deals:

3

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$42,386

Price Range:

$39,160 - $45,423

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$47,563

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$40,678 - $66,020

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

184

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

7,946

# Good or Great Deals:

55

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$17,144

Depreciation %:

38.9%

Resale Value $:

$26,976

Residual Value %:

61.1%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

38.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

31.8% - 51.7%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$15,607

Depreciation %:

39.7%

Resale Value $:

$23,663

Residual Value %:

60.3%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

46.3%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

27.5% - 53.5%

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

9.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.9

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

87%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander LE

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.2

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.6 - 13.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

67.9%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2 - 11.7

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.8

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.6 - 14.8

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Safest Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 9

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

2 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

2 / 2

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 27

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

4 / 11

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

5 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 27

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

6 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

7 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

8 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

11 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

15 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

17 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

17 / 30

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

17 / 27

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

17 / 26

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

21 / 32

Toyota Highlander Rankings

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

3 / 16

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

3 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

5 / 18

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

5 / 17

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

6 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

6 / 21

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 39

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

7 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

9 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

9 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs

10 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

10 / 32

Best Family Midsize SUVs

10 / 32

Best Family Crossover SUVs

11 / 67

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

11 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

12 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

13 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

13 / 32

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 39

Safest Midsize SUVs

15 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

16 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

16 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 39

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

17 / 30

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

18 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

18 / 28

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

19 / 32

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 39

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

26 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

26 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 32

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

28 / 39

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

30 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

30 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

31 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

38 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

52 / 59

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Other Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, LE Nightshade, Limited, Platinum, XLE Nightshade

Other Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

Limited, Platinum, XLE, 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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 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):

0.064 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):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

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

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

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

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:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

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

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:

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

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4365 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4155 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:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Not available

Blue

Not available

Gray

Not available

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Silver

Not available

White

Not available

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

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

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