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BMW X2 vs Toyota Highlander

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Toyota Highlander

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Overview

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
Selected trimxDrive28iXLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
MSRP$44,700 (best)$45,270
Lowest listing price$15,500$9,287 (best)
Median listing price$37,500$32,056 (best)
Highest listing price$53,855 (best)$57,780
For sale now898 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank14.3 gal17.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
Horsepower241 hp265 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume51.7 cu ft84.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—5,000 lbs (best)
Payload—1,225 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,803 lbs (best)4,376 lbs
Ground clearance8.1 in (best)8 in
Wheelbase106 in112.2 in (best)
Length179.3 in194.9 in (best)
Width72.6 in76 in (best)
Height62.6 in68.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X2xDrive28iToyota HighlanderXLE
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW X2Toyota Highlander
1

xDrive28i

$44,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M35i

$53,900 MSRP

XLE

$47,020 MSRP

3—

XSE

$47,340 MSRP

4—

Limited

$49,725 MSRP

5—

Limited

$51,475 MSRP

6—

Platinum

$52,925 MSRP

7—

Platinum

$54,675 MSRP

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BMW X2 vs Toyota Highlander FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X2 vs 2026 Toyota Highlander on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X2 starts lower at $44,700. Live BMW X2 listings start at $15,500. Live Toyota Highlander listings start at $9,287.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2027 BMW X2 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,700).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2027 BMW X2 leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X2 or 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 BMW X2 vs 2026 Toyota Highlander?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Highlander (5/5 NHTSA overall).