Toyota bZ4X vs Toyota Highlander
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Highlander
Overview
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XLE | XLE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,070 (best) | $45,270 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 119 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 252 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 11 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 265 hp (best) |
| Torque | 196 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.9 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,045 lbs | 1,225 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,266 lbs (best) | 4,376 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in (best) | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 194.9 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 76 in (best) |
| Height | 65 in | 68.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Toyota bZ4XXLE | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 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) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 | Toyota bZ4X | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XLE $37,070 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XLE $45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XLE $39,150 MSRP | XLE $47,020 MSRP |
| 3 | Nightshade $40,420 MSRP | XSE $47,340 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited $41,800 MSRP | Limited $49,725 MSRP |
| 5 | Limited $43,880 MSRP | Limited $51,475 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Platinum $52,925 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Platinum $54,675 MSRP |