2022 Toyota RAV4 vs. Toyota Highlander

If you’re looking for a reliable and versatile SUV, both the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Highlander are great options. You and your passengers will be able to enjoy all of the entertainment amenities and safety features while driving through Normal. Many Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington customers have a hard time choosing between the RAV4 or Highlander, so we’ve created a detailed comparison so you can decide which SUV works best for your needs!

2022 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Price

When looking at the prices of the Toyota RAV4 vs. the Highlander, the RAV4 has a lower MSRP. This is due to several factors, including the Highlander coming standard with additional features and having more overall space, which will be discussed later. Below are the costs of the Highlander vs. the RAV4:

2022 Toyota RAV4:

• LE – $26,525 MSRP*
• LE Hybrid – $29,075 MSRP*
• XLE – $27,995 MSRP*
• XLE Hybrid – $30,545 MSRP*
• XLE Premium – $30,885 MSRP*
• XLE Premium Hybrid – $33,435 MSRP*
• Adventure – $32,780 MSRP*
• TRD Off-Road – $36,465 MSRP*
• SE Hybrid – $31,730 MSRP*
• XSE Hybrid – $35,055 MSRP*
• Limited – $35,025 MSRP*
• Limited Hybrid – $37,575 MSRP*

2022 Toyota Highlander:

• L – $35,205 MSRP*
• LE – $37,405 MSRP*
• Hybrid LE – $38,855 MSRP*
• XLE – $40,405 MSRP*
• Hybrid XLE – $41,855 MSRP*
• XSE – $42,000 MSRP*
• Bronze Edition – $43,880 MSRP*
• Limited – $44,360 MSRP*
• Hybrid Limited – $45,810 MSRP*
• Platinum – $47,560 MSRP*
• Hybrid Platinum – $49,010 MSRP*

2022 RAV4 vs. Highlander: Interior Dimensions

Morton drivers love the fact that both SUVs are spacious. The Highlander provides seating for 8 passengers plus a spacious cabin to store all of your items. The RAV4 has space for 5 passengers and has the option to fold down seats for additional cabin space. For a comparison of dimensions, read below:

2022 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

2022 Toyota Highlander

• Headroom(front/rear): 41.2/39.4 inches
• Legroom(front/rear): 42/41 inches
• Shoulder Room(front/rear): 59/58.7 inches
• Hip Room(front/rear): 57.2/57 inches
• Passenger Volume: 141.3 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume (behind front/rear seats): 84.3/48.4 cubic feet

2022 RAV4 Hybrid vs. Highlander Hybrid

Many Springfield drivers are interested in hybrid SUVs. Fortunately for you, Toyota offers a hybrid option for both the RAV4 and Highlander! Both provide great mileage at an affordable price. The RAV4 baseline hybrid starts at $29,075 MSRP* with 41 city and 38 highway mpg. The Highlander baseline hybrid starts at $38,855 MSRP* with 36 city and 35 highway mpg. Both SUVs come with a variety trim levels listed below:

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels:

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

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels:

• Hybrid LE
• Hybrid XLE
• Hybrid Bronze Edition
• Hybrid Limited
• Hybrid Platinum

Test Drive the Toyota RAV4 or Highlander at Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington!

Now that you’ve read about the differences between the RAV4 and Highlander, it’s time to test it for yourself! Contact us to schedule your test drive of the vehicles and talk to our finance department about the purchasing process. Check out our website to find new vehicle specials. We hope to see you soon!

**MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $1,025 for Cars (86, Avalon, Avalon HV, Camry, Camry HV, Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, Mirai, Prius, Prius Prime, Supra), $1,215 for SUV/Van/Small Trucks (4Runner, Corolla Cross, C-HR, Highlander, Highlander HV, RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime, Sienna, Tacoma, Venza)), $1,495 for Large SUVs (Sequoia, Land Cruiser), and $1,695 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 and may be subject to change at any time. 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 27 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 LE FWD, RAV4 XLE FWD, XLE Premium FWD and limited FWD; 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 LE AWD; 27 city/33 hwy/29 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 XLE AWD and XLE Premium AWD; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 Adventure and Limited AWD; 25 city/32 hwy/28 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 TRD Off-Road; and 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg rating for 2022 RAV4 Hybrid LE, Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XLE Premium, Hybrid XSE and Hybrid Limited. 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.

***2022 projected EPA-estimated mpg rating estimates as determined by manufacturer. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. 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.