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2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander: What’s the Difference?

2022 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2022 Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota RAV4 LE

vs.

2023 Toyota Highlander
$27,975

Starting MSRP

$36,420
2.5L I-4-cylinder

Most Powerful Engine

3.5L 6-cylinder
27/35**

Max. Est. City/Hwy MPG

22/29***
69.8 cubic feet

Max. Cargo Volume

84.3 cubic feet
3,500 pounds

Max. Towing Capacity

5,000 pounds
5

Max. Passenger Capacity

8

Both the Toyota RAV4 and the Toyota Highlander are reliable, versatile SUVs perfect for anyone and everyone. They offer the very best in entertainment, and the high-tech safety features provide you with peace of mind as you drive through Lexington. Comparing the 2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander can help you decide which SUV is perfect for you. For more information feel free to contact us anytime!

 

 

Compare Toyota SUVs: RAV4 vs. Highlander

The RAV4 features a lower MSRP, which may be better for people on a strict budget. The RAV4’s base model comes with far fewer features than the Highlander, and the Highlander features significantly more space, which explains the higher price. Both the RAV4 and Highlander come in hybrid options, which is helpful for those who want to save on gas or who just want to be more eco-conscious. The gas-powered and hybrid versions of each SUV come in several trim options ranging from bare bones to luxurious. Let’s check out the various trim levels in more detail below:

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels:

  • LE Hybrid
  • XLE Hybrid
  • Hybrid Woodland Edition
  • XLE Premium Hybrid
  • SE Hybrid
  • XSE Hybrid
  • Limited Hybrid

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels:

  • Hybrid LE
  • Hybrid XLE
  • Hybrid Limited
  • Hybrid Platinum

2023 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Price

When it comes to comparing the RAV4 vs. Highlander in terms of price, both SUVs are competitively priced within their respective classes. Let’s check this out in more detail below:

2023 Toyota RAV4:

  • LE – $27,975 MSRP*
  • LE Hybrid – $30,725 MSRP*
  • XLE – $29,485 MSRP*
  • XLE Hybrid – $32,235 MSRP*
  • Hybrid Woodland Edition – $33,525 MSRP*
  • XLE Premium – $32,375 MSRP*
  • XLE Premium Hybrid – $35,125 MSRP*
  • Adventure – $34,170 MSRP*
  • TRD Off-Road – $37,595 MSRP*
  • SE Hybrid – $39,030 MSRP*
  • XSE Hybrid – $36,385 MSRP*
  • Limited – $36,280 MSRP*
  • Limited Hybrid – $39,030 MSRP*

2023 Toyota Highlander:

  • L – $36,420 MSRP*
  • LE – $38,820 MSRP*
  • Hybrid LE – $40,220 MSRP*
  • XLE – $41,820 MSRP*
  • Hybrid XLE – $43,220 MSRP*
  • XSE – $43,415 MSRP*
  • Bronze Edition – $45,980 MSRP*
  • Limited – $46,075 MSRP*
  • Hybrid Limited – $47,475 MSRP*
  • Platinum – $49,275 MSRP*
  • Hybrid Platinum – $50,675 MSRP*

2023 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Interior Dimensions

When it comes to interior dimensions, both the RAV4 and Highlander offer impressive interior dimensions. Let’s take a look at some of the interior dimensions of each vehicle in more detail below:

2023 Toyota RAV4

  • Headroom (front/rear): 37.7/39.5 inches
  • Legroom (front/rear): 41.0/37.8 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 57.8/56.4 inches
  • Hip Room (front/rear): 54.3/47.7 inches
  • Passenger Volume: 98.9 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume (behind front/rear seats): 69.8/37.6 cubic feet

2023 Toyota Highlander

  • Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 41.2/39.4/36.1 inches
  • Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 42/38.7/28 inches
  • Shoulder Room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 59/58.7/55 inches
  • Hip Room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 57.2/57/45.6 inches
  • Passenger Volume: 141.8 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume (behind front/second/third-row seats): 84.3/48.4 cubic/16.0 feet

See the Toyota RAV4 or Highlander at Toyota of Louisville!

Now that we’ve compared the Toyota RAV4 vs. Toyota Highlander, come see these impressive vehicles for yourself at Toyota of Louisville! Browse our new vehicle inventory, and meet with our finance center to start the buying process! Be sure to use our new vehicle specials to save big near Lexington!

 

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** MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $1,095 for Cars (GR86, Avalon, Avalon HV, Camry, Camry HV, Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Mirai, Prius, Prius Prime, GR Supra, Toyota Crown), $1,335 for SUV/Van/Small Truck (4Runner, bZ4X, C-HR, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HEV, Highlander, Highlander HV, RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime, Sienna, Tacoma, Venza), $1,595 for Large SUV (Sequoia), and $1,795 for Large Truck (Tundra and Tundra Hybrid). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Excludes taxes, title and license and distributor and dealer options and accessories. Actual dealer price will vary.

***EPA-estimated 27 city/35 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2023 RAV4 LE FWD, XLE FWD, XLE Premium FWD and Limited FWD; EPA-estimated 27 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2023 RAV4 LE AWD; EPA-estimated 27 city/33 highway/29 combined mpg rating for 2023 RAV4 XLE AWD and XLE Premium AWD; EPA-estimated 25 city/33 highway/28 combined mpg rating for 2023 RAV4 Adventure and Limited AWD; EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway/28 combined mpg rating for 2023 RAV4 TRD Off-Road. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

**** EPA-estimated 22 city/29 highway/25 combined mpg rating for 2023 Highlander L FWD, LE FWD, XLE FWD, XSE FWD, Limited FWD and Platinum FWD; EPA-estimated 21 city/28 highway/24 combined mpg rating for 2023 Highlander L AWD, LE AWD, XLE AWD, Limited AWD and Platinum AWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

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