2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander

Toyota vehicles are affordable, reliable, and equipped with many advanced safety features, so it’s a no-brainer that many families from Cape Cod would go for a Toyota SUV. If you’re researching the available SUV models, you’ve likely come across the new RAV4 and Highlander, but which one should you choose? Learn more about their key differences even in their hybrid models below with Ira Toyota of Orleans today. Then, whether the 2023 Toyota RAV4 or Highlander is more up your alley, you can find your dream trim in our Orleans showroom!

2023 RAV4 or Highlander: Which Has More Interior Space?

SUVs are extra roomy for a more comfortable ride, and while both of these Toyota SUVs have a spacious cabin, they’re not quite the same. The RAV4 is a two-row SUV that seats five while the Highlander is a three-row SUV with seating for eight, which is much needed if you have a big family in Eastham. Take a look at the 2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander interior dimensions 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 1st/2nd/3rd-row seats): 84.3/48.4 cubic/16.0 feet

2023 RAV4 Hybrid vs. Highlander Hybrid

If you’re buying a family vehicle, the chances are you will be racking up the miles getting everyone in your family to places like school, daycare, work, and even weekend activities. The good news is that both Toyota SUVs also come with available hybrid models, so you can maxmize fuel efficiency on your commutes around Dennis. In fact, the base RAV4 Hybrid delivers 41/38 city/hwy EPA-estimated mpg while the base Highlander Hybrid delivers similar specs: 36/35 city/hwy EPA-estimated mpg. This is admirable considering the Highlander is bigger than the RAV4! Here are all of the hybrid trims for both lineups:

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

Shop Your New Toyota SUV in Orleans Today

So which model makes more sense for your family? The new RAV4 or Highlander? Whichever you’re thinking about getting, discover your favorite configuration at Ira Toyota of Orleans today. Feel free to call us at %%di_phone_number%% if you have any questions about our selection or current specials!