Toyota is the original mass producer of hybrid vehicles. With the release of the Prius back in the late 90s, Toyota completely changed the game. But that was then. How do Toyota hybrids hold up today? Let’s take a look.
Today, we’re examining two popular hybrid crossovers: the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE and the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE. We’ve put together a table that directly compares starting prices, powertrain specs, and fuel economy. After that, you’ll find the standard features for each model.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE | vs |
2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid LE |
$28,800 | Starting MSRP | $38,735 |
2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Engine | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid |
219 hp | Horsepower |
243 hp |
CVT | Transmission |
CVT |
AWD | Drivetrain | FWD or AWD |
41/38/40 | Fuel Economy | 36/35/36 |
The 2021 RAV4 Hybrid comes in five different trims: LE, XLE, XLE Premium, XSE, and Limited. The base Hybrid LE has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, Bluetooth, a 7-inch touchscreen*, SiriusXM satellite radio, a six-speaker stereo, and one USB port*. It also comes with dual-zone automatic climate control*. As far as safety is concerned, the standard features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, lane keep assist*, lane trace assist, road sign recognition*, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and a rearview camera.
*Different from or not standard on other model in comparison
The 2021 Highlander Hybrid comes in one of four trims: LE, XLE, Limited, and Platinum. The base model Hybrid LE trim has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hotspot*, an 8-inch touchscreen*, SiriusXM satellite radio, a six-speaker stereo, and five USB ports*. Tri-zone-zone automatic climate control* and proximity keyless entry* are also standard. In terms of safety features, the Highlander Hybrid LE has standard forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, lane trace assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and a rearview camera.
*Different from or not standard on other model in comparison