2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2021 Toyota Highlander

Are you looking for a new SUV for your Elmwood Park commute? The 2021 Toyota RAV4 and the 2021 Toyota Highlander offer a variety of features, performance capabilities, and spacious interiors for your daily drives. However, you may be wondering which of these Toyota SUVs is right for your needs. Compare the Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander with Victory Toyota of Midtown to see which model is the right fit for your family, needs, and lifestyle. When you’re done, you can also read our other comparisons like the Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V and the Toyota Highlander vs. Honda Pilot.

2021 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Price

The first thing many Lincoln Park drivers look at when they shop for a new SUV is the starting price. Both the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota RAV4 offer budget-friendly MSRPs, but drivers will save more when they buy the Toyota RAV4. The Toyota Highlander is a larger vehicle with a stronger engine, which gives it a higher MSRP, but Victory Toyota of Midtown customers can save on their next Toyota purchase with our new vehicle specials. Compare the 2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander prices below:

2021 Toyota RAV4:

• LE – $26,250 MSRP*
• LE Hybrid – $28,800 MSRP*
• XLE – $27,545 MSRP*
• XLE Hybrid – $30,095 MSRP*
• XLE Premium – $30,250 MSRP*
• XLE Premium Hybrid – $32,800 MSRP*
• Adventure – $33,355 MSRP*
• TRD Off-Road – $35,980 MSRP*
• XSE Hybrid – $34,750 MSRP*
• Limited – $34,780 MSRP*
• Limited Hybrid – $37,330 MSRP*

2021 Toyota Highlander:

• L – $34,910 MSRP*
• LE – $37,110 MSRP*
• Hybrid LE – $38,510 MSRP*
• XLE – $39,910 MSRP*
• Hybrid XLE – $41,310 MSRP*
• XSE – $41,505 MSRP*
• Limited – $43,865 MSRP*
• Hybrid Limited – $45,265 MSRP*
• Platinum – $47,065 MSRP*
• Hybrid Platinum – $48,465 MSRP*

2021 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Interior Dimensions

Having a comfortable and spacious ride is important if you have a lot of passengers or a lot of cargo to transport in Oak Park. The Toyota RAV4 is the smaller of the two vehicles, offering two rows of seating and up to 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The Toyota Highlander can be outfitted with three rows for up to eight passengers and offers an amazing 84.3 cubic feet of cargo space. If you need extra space on your commute, the Toyota Highlander is the SUV for you. Compare the Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander interior dimensions below:

2021 Toyota RAV4

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

2021 Toyota Highlander

• Headroom(first/second/third row): 41.2/39.4/36.1 inches
• Hip Room(first/second/third row): 57.2/57.0/45.6 inches
• Legroom(first/second/third row): 42.0/41.0/27.7 inches
• Shoulder Room(first/second/third row): 59.0/58.7/55.0 inches
• Passenger Volume: 141.3 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume (behind first/second/third row): 84.3/48.4/16.0 cubic feet

2021 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Engines & Fuel Efficiency

Finding an SUV with reliable performance and a powerful engine is one of the perks of shopping for a new car. Both the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota RAV4 offer performance-focused engines, but overall the Toyota Highlander is able to produce more power with a higher towing capacity than the RAV4. However, the Toyota RAV4 has a higher fuel economy and more than enough engine power to navigate your daily errands. Compare the horsepower, fuel economy, and engine performance of the Toyota RAV4 and Highlander below:

2021 Toyota RAV4:

• 2.5L Dynamic Force DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine

• 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission
• 203 horsepower
• 184 lb-ft of torque
• 27 mpg City/35 mpg highway** fuel economy

2021 Toyota Highlander:

• 3.5L V6 DOHC Engine

• Direct Shift 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission
• 295 horsepower
• 263 lb-ft of torque
• 21 mpg city/29 mpg highway** fuel economy

RAV4 Hybrid vs. Highlander Hybrid

As you browse our Toyota SUV inventory, you may notice that we have a variety of Hybrid models as well. Both the Toyota RAV4 and the Toyota Highlander offer hybrid configurations for Chicago drivers to enjoy. These vehicles offer the same features as their standard-engine counterparts but have a hybrid powertrain that produces enhanced fuel economy. Overall the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has higher fuel economy ratings, but both models will help you save at the gas station. Explore the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Toyota Highlander Hybrid models and fuel economy ratings below:

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels:

• LE Hybrid – 41 city/38 highway MPG
• XLE Hybrid – 41 city/38 highway MPG
• XLE Premium Hybrid – 41 city/38 highway MPG
• XSE Hybrid – 41 city/38 highway MPG
• Limited Hybrid – 41 city/38 highway MPG

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels:

• Hybrid LE – 36 city/35 Highway MPG
• Hybrid XLE – 36 city/35 Highway MPG
• Hybrid Limited – 36 city/35 Highway MPG
• Hybrid Platinum – 36 city/35 Highway MPG

Test Drive the Toyota RAV4 or Highlander at Victory Toyota of Midtown!

Now that you’ve compared the 2021 Toyota RAV4 and the 2021 Toyota Highlander, visit our Chicago showroom to test drive both models and pick the perfect one for your daily drives! While you’re here you can compare the Toyota RAV4 to the Nissan Rogue and compare the Toyota Highlander to the Nissan Pathfinder. Visit us and apply for financing today. We look forward to putting you behind the wheel of a new Toyota SUV!

Disclaimers: 

*MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $995 for Cars (Yaris HB, Yaris, Yaris iA, 86, Corolla, Corolla HB, Camry, Camry HV, Prius LB, Prius c, Prius Prime, Mirai, Avalon, Avalon HV, Supra), $1,175 for Small/Medium Trucks, SUVs and Van (C-HR, RAV4, RAV4 HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, 4Runner, Sienna, Tacoma), $1,365 for Large SUVs (Sequoia, Land Cruiser), and $1,595 for Large Truck (Tundra). (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. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. 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. Actual dealer price will vary.

**EPA Estimated Fuel Economy