Starts at $39,270
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2024 Toyota Highlander
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MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. Ordered by price from low to high, here are the versions of the 2024 Toyota Highlander that you need to be aware of, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
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Featuring a torque-rich turbocharged engine and a tidy exterior that's about 5 inches shorter than the Honda Pilot, for example, the standard front-drive Highlander packs a lot of value. You'll notice that tidiness in the third row, however, which is about the tightest you'll find in this segment. Note that the XSE gains 2.5 inches of length due to its, er, sporty add-ons.
Adding all-wheel drive bumps up the turbo Highlander's curb weight by nearly 180 pounds, but you can still expect reasonably swift acceleration that feels swifter due to the ample low-range torque.
Beyond its exceptional fuel economy, the Highlander Hybrid is notable for providing exactly the same interior space as the regular Highlander despite having to carry around a hefty battery pack. You do lose 1,500 pounds of towing capacity, though, so the Highlander 2.4T could be more your speed if that's a consideration.
Adding all-wheel drive puts a third electric motor on the rear axle to help out when traction at the front wheels is compromised, but you don't get a measurable power boost from the extra motor, unfortunately. We'd stick with the front-drive Highlander Hybrid to save a few bucks and also maximize the vehicle's acceleration, which is adequate at best, trailing that of the non-hybrid Highlander 2.4T by a healthy 5 mph at the quarter-mile.
What are the different versions of the 2024 Highlander, and how much do they cost? Select a version below or just hit the button to see our full 2024 Highlander specs and model data.
| Version | Price | Fuel | MPG | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Toyota Highlander 2.4T Front-Wheel Drive | $39,270 | Gas | 25 | 265 hp | 310 lb-ft |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander 2.4T All-Wheel Drive | $40,870 | Gas | 21 | 265 hp | 310 lb-ft |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Front-Wheel Drive | $40,970 | Hybrid | 36 | 243 hp | N/A |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid All-Wheel Drive | $42,570 | Hybrid | 35 | 243 hp | N/A |
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