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

At Toyota of Brookhaven, we offer a wide variety of Toyota crossover SUVs to match just about every budget and lifestyle, whether you’re running daily errands or heading out on an off-road adventure. Two of the best models in our current lineup are the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Highlander, both of which offer robust performance specs, spacious interior cabins, and all the latest comforts and conveniences. They’re both great choices, but there are some important distinctions between the two. If you’re on the fence deciding between the 2023 Toyota RAV4 or Highlander, check out the guide below to compare Toyota SUVs!

2023 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander: Price

Price is often the first thing that drivers consider when shopping for a new SUV, and right off the bat you’ll see that the Toyota RAV4 is offered at a lower starting price than the Highlander. However, the Highlander also offers stronger performance specs and a larger interior cabin to compensate for its higher price tag! Here’s the full price list:

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 – $33,420 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 Toyota RAV4 vs. Highlander: Interior Dimensions

Another key difference between the 2023 Toyota RAV4 and Highlander comes in their interior cabins. While both models are classified as mid-size SUVs, the Highlander comes with a third row of seats that boosts the passenger capacity to from five to eight. Both SUVs let you fold down the rear seats to maximize your cargo space if you’re driving solo or with one other passenger! Check out the full interior dimensions for both SUVs:

2023 Toyota RAV4

• Headroom(front/rear): 37.7/39.5 inches
• Legroom(front/rear): 41.0/37.8 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
• Passenger Volume: 141.8 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume (behind front/second/third-row seats): 84.3/48.4 cubic/16.0 feet

Compare The 2023 Toyota RAV4 or Highlander in Person at Toyota of Brookhaven!

Make the trip from McComb or Jackson to see the 2023 Toyota RAV4 and the 2023 Toyota Highlander for yourself! Contact our office to see what we have available, then head to our dealership to set up a test drive. You can also check out our model research hub to learn more about the vehicles in our current lineup.