Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE vs. Limited
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE and Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 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 Hybrid Limited.
In comparing the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE and Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE is a better car than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE ranges from $44,823 to $54,189 while a used 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited is priced between $48,282 to $56,422. For a new model, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE's price is between $45,866 and $51,608, with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited priced between $51,291 and $56,279.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited both lose 38.3 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 9.2 out of 10. Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1 out of 9 Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 31 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 2 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 2 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is also ranked 3 out of 36 Best Hybrid SUVs while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 3 out of 36 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is also ranked 3 out of 14 Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 3 out of 14 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 9.5 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited makes 243 horsepower. Both the XLE and the Limited are rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
45866 - 51608
Starting MSRP:
44120
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
45359
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
35070 - 60490
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
51291 - 56279
Starting MSRP:
48225
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
45359
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
35070 - 60490
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
49137
Price Range:
44823 - 54189
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
51596
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
41599 - 62866
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
65
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
25
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
53023
Price Range:
48282 - 56422
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
51596
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
41599 - 62866
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
8
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
17144
Depreciation %:
0.38858302
Resale Value $:
26976
Residual Value %:
0.61141698
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
0.38910089
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
0.31776846 - 0.51657672
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
18739
Depreciation %:
0.38858302
Resale Value $:
29486
Residual Value %:
0.61141698
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
0.38910089
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
0.31776846 - 0.51657672
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.203627 / 10
Reliability:
9.492485 / 10
Retained Value:
8.118396 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.203627 / 10
Reliability:
9.492485 / 10
Retained Value:
8.118396 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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:
0.87
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited
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:
0.87
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.530381001166078
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.0 - 11.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.530381001166078
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.0 - 11.7
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings
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26 out of / 36Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Other Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, LE Nightshade, Limited, Platinum, XLE Nightshade
Other Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, LE Nightshade, Platinum, XLE, XLE Nightshade
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:
Not yet available
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:
243 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
2.5 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
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:
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:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
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:
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:
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:
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:
4430 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:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R20
