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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.

When 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 32 Best Hybrid SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is also ranked 1 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1 out of 12 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is also ranked 1 out of 9 Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1 out of 9 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.

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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:

$51,291 - $56,279

Starting MSRP:

$48,225

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$45,359

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$35,070 - $60,490

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:

193

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

522

# Good or Great Deals:

0

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$53,023

Price Range:

$48,282 - $56,422

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$51,596

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$41,599 - $62,866

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

87

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

348

# Good or Great Deals:

0

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 $:

$18,739

Depreciation %:

38.9%

Resale Value $:

$29,486

Residual Value %:

61.1%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

38.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

31.8% - 51.7%

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 Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

9.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 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:

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:

87%



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:

2.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2 - 11.7

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Safest Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $50k

1 / 11

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $50k

1 / 11

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 9

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs Under $50k

1 / 6

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows Under $50k

1 / 6

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

1 / 2

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

2 / 9

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 27

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

4 / 11

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Most Affordable 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

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

6 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

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

10 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

14 / 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 Hybrid Rankings

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Safest Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $50k

1 / 11

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $50k

1 / 11

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 9

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs Under $50k

1 / 6

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows Under $50k

1 / 6

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

1 / 2

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

2 / 9

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 27

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

4 / 11

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Most Affordable 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

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

6 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

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

10 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

14 / 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

Available 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

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:

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

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