The Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs.
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Although the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is about $6500 more than the non-hybrid version, it shares most of its hybrid components with the $46,000 Lexus RX400h hybrid SUV. With 268hp on tap, the Highlander hybrid offers a greater amount of performance than the conventional Highlander.
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander Hybrid | Highlander V6 |
| Starting Price | $33,030 (2WD) $34,430 (AWD) | $26,440 (2WD) $27,840 (AWD) |
| Technical Specifications | Engine Size | 3.3L V6 | 3.5L V6 |
| Horsepower | 268hp | 215hp |
| Torque | 212 lb-ft | 222 lb-ft |
| Transmission | CVT | 5-Speed Auto |
| Fuel Economy | 2WD: 33 mpg city, 28 mpg highway AWD: 31 mpg city, 27 mpg highway | 2WD: 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway AWD: 18 mpg city, 24 mpg highway | Fuel Costs Per Year* | 2WD: $1459 AWD: $1511 | AWD: $2085 |
| Performance | 0-60mph | 2WD: 7.8 sec AWD: 7.2 sec | 2WD: 7.8 sec AWD: 7.6 sec | Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
*Fuel costs are according to EPA estimates. They are based on 15,000 miles per year with gas costing $2.91 per gallon.
