GMC Acadia vs Toyota Grand Highlander
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander
Overview
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Elevation | LE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 | $41,660 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 265 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 97.5 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 4,290 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in (best) | 116.1 in |
| Length | 204 in (best) | 201.4 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 78.3 in |
| Height | 71 in (best) | 70.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC AcadiaElevation | Toyota Grand HighlanderLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | GMC Acadia | Toyota Grand Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevation $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $41,660 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Elevation $45,700 MSRP | LE $43,260 MSRP |
| 3 | AT4 $52,300 MSRP | XLE $44,430 MSRP |
| 4 | Denali $55,700 MSRP | XLE $46,030 MSRP |
| 5 | Denali $57,700 MSRP | LE $45,010 MSRP |
| 6 | Denali Ultimate $62,900 MSRP | XLE $46,180 MSRP |
| 7 | Denali Ultimate $64,900 MSRP | XLE $47,780 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Limited $49,160 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Limited $50,760 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Limited $52,510 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Nightshade $53,490 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Platinum $54,845 MSRP |
| 13 | — | MAX Limited $55,490 MSRP |
| 14 | — | MAX Platinum $59,575 MSRP |