WORTH THE UPGRADE?? -- 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander: Comparison
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- čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
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Toyota has SEVERAL 3-row SUVs in their lineup for 2024 and two of them are called Highlander! For 2024, we have both the regular Toyota Highlander and now the Toyota Grand Highlander! But is the Grand Highlander worth the extra money (about $5,000)?? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
0:50 Pricing Breakdown
1:53 Detailed Exterior Comparison
3:55 Interior Comparison
9:23 Test Drive & Impressions Comparison
13:30 Sound Level Reading (dB) Comparison
15:00 Comparison Conclusion
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I just bought gh max. It has loud sound from the rear about panoramic roof. It is annoying. Took it to 2 toyota car dealers and both ignoring my complain saying there is no sound. How can I proof to that to them. Is buying this device going to help.
Thanks so much brothers! I love the passion and commitment you show in your demonstrations! Colossians 3:23-25
Just purchased a Grand Highlander Hybrid. 2024. Absolutely love it. Taking it on a long trip to Florida next week with Grandchildren.
I bought the 2024 regular Highlander Limited. Gas turbo. I would have had to remove storage cabinets to have the Grand fit in my garage. Traded in my Venza hybrid. Much better driving experience with the 8 speed transmission in the gas. Everyone has different needs.
Thanks for all your work comparing these, super helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
The regular HL is my winner. I don't use the 3rd row often and the cargo space is sufficient for me. Love the drive quality. Don't need to spend the extra dollar buying the GH , I have great value with the regular HL and present sufficient features. I don't see toyota scraping the regular HL because buyers have different needs and not everyone needs the size and extra space in the GH.
It all comes down to personal preference honestly, I just hope everyone is happy with whatever they choose to purchase!
@CarGeek360 Exactly!!! To one person GH is perfect to another Regular HL is everything they need.
@@KorageAA for sure, I 100% agree with this comment, and for me personally I like the exterior/interior design of the Grand Highlander but I dislike the exterior/interior desgin of the regular Highlander HOWEVER I have ZERO problem respecting the opinion of others as long as they’re capable of respecting my opinion
If you don't like either of these, you can choose from twenty other AWD/4WD models Toyota makes.😊
@@joes3689 tbh the only Toyota SUV currently in the lineup I don’t like is the regular Highlander, I like the rest, but again it’s just personal preference
Great comparison as always, I loving it
Thanks again!
Excellent comparison as always!😸
Not only does the Grand Highlander have a lot more space, but IMO it has a FAR better exterior, interior, AND key fob. The idea of either having 36mpg or 362hp (depending on what the buyer chooses) in a vehicle of that size also impresses me. The Grand Highlander is 1000% worth EVERY penny over the regular Highlander and it's also the only one of the two that I PERSONALY like (however I still respect the opinion of people that like the regular Highlander and it's def NOT a BAD car, I just like the Grand Highlander A LOT more)
Me too! The regular Highlander just doesn’t have good third row space good enough for anybody but small kids (but then they would be in car seats therefore being too big for that)
@@Car_conversati0nz I don't even like the new gen regular Highlander lol, it just doesn't vibe with me (but to each their own), I do like the Grand Highlander however
I wanted to the new grand Highlander as I am about to purchase a regular highlander hopefully Tomorrow. Just I can't wait 6 months for one if I had a spare car to drive then yes but right now the regular can take of what I need for now
@@wills2315 I’m personally not a fan of the regular Highlander but I hope you love it and enjoy yours for many years to come!
@@CarGeek360 I wasn’t either when I was first shopping for a 3 row why I went with the Palisade first because of that 3 row, as easy it is to get another one now wife wanted her hybrid and you know what that saying happy spouse happy house right. I almost consider a sienna hybrid but those are 2 years wait. For now the regular highlander will do. Long as it’s a hybrid it was either that a rav 4 hybrid which is a great car, but since my palisade was totaled recent I cant wait 6 months for one and thats with no markup.
It should be pointed out that the regular Highlander scored higher on the IIHS tests. It was also a 2024 top safety pick, while the Grand Highlander was not.
Great in depth review
Much appreciated!
Love your video
Thank you!
I love my Grand Highlander it’s beautiful and spacious
Great comparison, Been waiting for this!
Thanks!
Are spear parts available on your website for grand highlander?
Great review as always, guys! Thank you! Love these comparisons! You are spot on about some of the cheapness you derived. My wife and I went to check out a Grand Highlander in the platinum version and were very disappointed in how cheap it felt. It was not a hybrid version, so that might have made a difference. But we walked away without even taking a test ride.
Thank you, friend!
I have a question for you. I’m in the market for an SUV can’t decide between the Cadillac XT6 and the Highlander or the grand Highlander what do you recommend?
Love your compros!
I would love to hear a compro between driving dynamics & performance between the GHL with lower output Hybrid vs the Max. Is the lower output model competent enough for getting around on freeways with 4-6 passengers or is it a real slug?
Thank you! We got a brief drive in the regular Hybrid last year and it is a lot slower than the Hybrid Max. We included a clip in our previous Grand Highlander review, but it also sounds strained as well. It will get the job done though and get you excellent fuel economy
love both but going with grand highlander!
It's Sunday and we just got home from looing at them side by side. The one thing that I like much better on the GH is it not having that odd looking bulge down the side. I didn't like it the first time I seen it, and it's no better now. It reminds me of cars from the 1950s. We have a Land Cruiser and were thinking of buying a new Toyota but was unsure of the model. We both like the GH and also the Sequoia.
Thanks for a detailed comparison! I would choose the Highlander because I don't drive enough miles to warrant buying a hybrid and I don't need a 3rd row or more luggage storage. I also like the sleeker design on the Highlander. Which midsize SUV would you recommend in other models that: 1. Get reasonably good gas mileage, quality fit and finish, durability over time and road handling?
Thanks for the support! The Pilot is another good option in this segment, though fuel economy would not be the best in segment. For durability and fuel economy, the Highlander is great for if you don’t need a third row!
Thanks!
Happy to help, thank you!
How has the new 2024 hyundai Santa fe been going
I have a 17 Highlander Platinum now and I have never been satisfied with it. I’ve watched several videos on many of the new mid size SUV’s and think the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max or the Lexus TX 500h is the replacement for my HL. Great video! I don’t think you can go wrong with either vehicle! Just depends on if you need the more space. I think the better comparison would’ve been the Highlander Hybrid against the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max.
Thanks!
The comparison should have been with the GH Ltd. standard Hybrid vs the Highlander Hybrid. The GH will still win but it would be a closer race. Trading in my 2018 Highlander for the GH Ltd. Hybrid with delivery in a few weeks. The obsession with the GH Hybrid Max is really not the real buying segment. The Max trim a ritually impossible to get as Toyota is not making many of the higher trims. Probably will lose a bit of torque acceleration from the Highlander 6 cylinder but looking forward to the $1,000 + annual gas savings with the hybrid. Cheers
Good review guys, but you are comparing 2 different drive trains. If you compared the Highlander Ltd. Hybrid with the Grand Highlander Ltd. Hybrid, the price of the GH is only about $1000 more. Unless you just love the Highlander exterior and interior design, the GH is really the obvious choice.
I still prefer the Highlander I don’t need the extra 4 inches in the back. Before I used to but I like that it is shorter to maneuver and better since I really rarely need the third row now. 2 kids gone so 4 people are fine
Don't forget if you want to tow something, the ecvt is really not ideal if you wish for a long life. The standard "old school" auto is much better suited. And the GrHi can tow a lot more weight (small travel trailer vs tent trailer).
tried the Toyota 360camera - panoramic surround view - on a CROWN / grand Highlander- it was awesome.. BEST system that PAINTS the road along the Undercarriage as you drive fwd so u can see exact tire placement over rocks / terrain. It also turns on automatic as you slow down below a certain speed.
I wish other companies would copy everything about it.
Suspension was cushy, loved the max hybrid power and platinum trim. Everything else was bleh.
Would never get a non-platinum model.
Actually the Hyundai palisade has the 360 that works the same way and you don't even need to get a limited model just have to have the sel premium. Unfortunately mine was totaled which is leading me to the Highlander next due to it being a hybrid but will get a limited as the xle you cannot get 360 camera
@@wills2315palisade let's you see through BETWEEN the wheels? I don't think Hyundai has that.
I LOVE my 2024 Grand Highlander Limited. The roominess, the ride, the nice packages it came with and the peace of mind knowing it will be dependable for years to come. I dreamed of the regular Highlander for years but when it came down to actually making the decision, the was no question that the Grand Highlander was a better car for us. I know that I would have been disappointed with the regular Highlander.
This review came at a perfect time cuz we went to see these 2 yesterday in person. The GH feels so much larger than our current 2017 highlander and the standard one. I will say the GH does feel less premium by a small margin than some of its main rivals though.
I really like the gen of Highlander you have but for some reason I can't seem to like the new gen Highlander (disliked it since day 1) BUT if you're looking to upgrade the Grand Highlander is a phenomenal choice if you ask me
The good thing about the Grand Highlander introduction is that it seems it has taken pressure off regular-Highlander demand. If your 2017 Highlander meets your needs already, it may be worth to get a good deal on a new Highlander versus getting the new Grand Highlander. With that said, assuming MSRP, and you don't mind the extra size, I think the Grand Highlander should be the default. The base $48,000 XLE AWD GH is a nice amount of car for the money.
@@panzer_TZ I'm sure their 2017 Highlander will last many more years but if they REALLY want an upgrade I would HIGHLY recommend the Grand Highlander
so what is the Sequoia for then??
I would pick the grand highlander
Funny. A lot of people complain they don’t want the 2.4 turbo because of potential turbo problems. The same people would jump at the chance to get the hybrid max, which also has a turbo.
If you're going to get a Turbo, get one from the engineers who perfect every aspect of the motor, whether NA or hybrid.
I'll trust them not to screw up a Turbo, and trust they'll fix it on a TSB if it has any problems.
Turbo cost $5k to replace unless you do it yourself somehow
@recordgalaxy so the in between regular hybrid would be the safest bet right? I believe it's the only one without a turbo.
@@robmalcolm8042 if you plan on keeping ur Car longer than the warranty which is usually 3 years , I would get the non turbo version , unless you have a lot of money to replace the turbo when it gets bad, and be out of a car until they replace the turbo because you have to schedule this and you’ll be out of a car unless you have a back up. Turbos usually last 4 to 5 years some 3 and you have to change ur oil more frequently etc
@recordgalaxy I got a hybrid but it doesn't have a turbo it's a grand highlander hybrid it's in between the gas turbo and hybrid max turbo. It's the only one of the 3 that has the regular hybrid system from the original highlander
How does it compare to grand cherokee L?
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum is the SUV that I will buy when I am ready to start a family. Yes is pricey but I plan on keeping for my LIFE time :)
GH XLE or Highlander Limited?
on the stereo you should use the same song in both cars in other to appreciate the difference.
I just traded my Highlander in for the grand and yes it’s worth it to me! I’m I. Heaven
Both are great vehicles. We chose the Highlander.
Need a Hybrid Max with 2nd row Bench seat
I would love to see the Highlander vs. the new Defender Sport, I mean Santa Fe! 😊
Yep. The santa fe stands out more than the highlander
@darkivaz-aaa1145 That's why I love it. It offends other soccer mom suvs. The Highlander is very soccer mom-ish in design. I need something that has a macho and bawsy appearance!
You're right. In person, the Santa fe gets people break their neck mlre than the highlander. I see what Hyundai means by being controversial
How about the first row are they different from each other? Great video
Thanks! In space? Not in any meaningful way.
@@CarConfections Thanks , Cause the space is very critical to me . I’m a tall man .
Is the regular Highlander still needed?
I have a 2022 Highlander and after several times in the shop with a warranty issue, I had the chance to drive the Grand Highlander for an extended time. I prefer the Highlander instead of the Grand highlander. The Grand Highlander did have better storage in the center console and I liked the bigger driver's area cup holders, but it is too big for my needs. Granted, I have no need to cart around a bunch of kids as my kids are young adults, so I don't need the extra room. But I liked having room to move around in my garage, which with the GH, it was BIG and took up too much room. I am curious about the acceleration of the newer 4cyl turbo engines vs. 6 cylinder in the older Highlanders. Does anyone know how they compare? I dislike the all digital screen for the speedometer and dash area, and like the tach and speedometer old school analog style. I have been in cars where I had issues with the screen blanking out, so it was nice to know I could have an analog version to depend on. Like the look better of the older style vs. new digital screen. Looking forward to driving a 2024 Highlander..Grand Highlander reminds me of my previous Honda Pilot...which was too big and ugly on the trunk area. I'll stick with the Regular Highlander.
Leased a 23 4cyl turbo more power (torque) than the V6.. you will be surprised & amazed!
There is no wrong answer. I think it really comes down to whether or not you want a primarily two row vehicle that you can occasionally use as a three row in an emergency or will frequently use the third row and need maximum space.
Best answer
I would rather have the sleeker regular Highlander with the higher reliability
Is your long term grand highlander review out yet? Couldn’t find it. The ones clips were taken from for this comparison
It's not quite finished yet but it will be posted very soon 👍
Having driven German engines w mid 300hp and all electric vehicles with a lot to torque… only reason I’d get a Toyota now a days is for the reliability and ONLY for the hybrid max engine… anything less feels underpowered… here is to waiting 1-2 years…
Rating the GH at 8 & the Highlander at 2 just wrong.. The Highlander is a great vehicle especially in the Platinum trim! Apparently these reviewers only do reviews for a narrow audience…
It doesn't mean it's still not a great vehicle but just that the Grand Highlander makes more sense for most people
@@CarConfections
Yes you are presenting to a limited audience, only those that carry 8 people everywhere all the time… some people don’t have the room for a large vehicle and I like the GH..your car reviews are very good, and I respect your both built your business …although can’t subscribe as your from Kentucky.. a state that supports a criminal named trump who promotes racism & hate just like Kentucky’s senator Mitch McConnell…
All the haters going on about Toyota 4 cylinder and hybrids being crap…..I just don’t get it. Toyota hybrid technology is very reliable and they’ve been making turbos for decades.
Great comparisons as always guys! I noticed the same thing as you guys did on the visual quality/feel of the GHL vs the HL when I saw one in person. It just looked cheap to me compared to the HL. And I had my concerns on how far up in hierarchy Toyota would position it vs the HL since we're already talking 50K plus. So it appears it's the Hybrid Max drivetrain and the additional space that you're paying for but not much else as 'Grand' here does not mean the same as what is does in the Wagoneer. That being said, the Telluride/Palisade still offer the best perceived quality and features at the same HL price point, and I would pick the loaded CX-90 Turbo S easily over the GHL.
The only thing the reg HL has going is it actually has a base trim, which can be a lot cheaper than the xle gh
& the hybrid version that gets 35mpg (but there's a 2 year wait list for it)
And the smaller size is better for people who don't need the third row. It is a lot more garage friendly.
@@zenon3021i think the gh has similar rating, just like the sienna
@@almassengaleyep and more choices is never a bad thing
I found GH to be less agile between the 2
Is the sitting position height similar to your Santa Fe ?
Yes
I got my GH limited Vehicle last week. I like the vehicle. Two issues are it doesn’t have Driver easy speak and second while on Bluetooth call the other end caller cannot hear passenger side person voice. This model comes with microphone on driver and passenger side. But not working, anybody has this issue? Dealer saying microphone on driver side only picks sound, what kind of nonsense. Then what is the point of microphone at passenger side. Any input from any GH owners?
Try another dealer, don’t buy that garbage
I bought Hl toyota, after 4 years only there are a problem in transmission they refuse to replace due to mileage, very bad experience so sad ,
How do you compare grand highlander with lexus tx 500h. Is that worth the upgrade?
Most I’ve read is that it’s not worth the upgrade - but I think it preference.
Here's a comparison we made a couple months ago (czcams.com/video/tB6O8VDldsc/video.htmlsi=0_A2c0p8uwZ3M2EE) thanks for watching!
Highlander, fits in garage.
Price is nuts for a inflated crossover. You could almost buy 2 mini vans for that.
No you can’t. Go price out a sienna and try
2 minivans for a price of $60k? I thought Dodge stop making those garbage caravan.
They didn’t need a grand Highlander if they had made the Highlander the size of a Telluride or Explorer.
The Highlander has been out for awhile; it was around before there was even a Telluride or the current version of the Explorer (which is RWD based).
The problem with these SUV's is that you can't get a bench seat in the high trim. Why do I have to get a lower trim model and lose out on features just to get a bench seat.
Its an idiotic trend every manufacturer copies
Because most people who want the bench seat don't want the other features. They want the capacity more than anything else.
@@LoneWolfSparty we want every feature and the bench seat
@@Ryan2022 you're a minority then -- when options like that were offered in the past, the take rate was low, so most manufacturers don't offer a ton of options on the lower cost models; it helps with ease of assembly among other things. It sucks, but I understand why they do it.
Agreed fully
Have both can't compare to GH
Regular Highlander hybrid
If you use the third row often, it is definitely worth the upgrade
Oh for sure, regular Highlander has a dysfunctional 3rd row
Ha mercados que o highlander e aceite porque o maior so nos grandes paises como os usa ou russia.....dizerem que o highlander e mau e melhor comprarem um dacia
Neither I will go for the Lexus, tx
Get the MDX and call it a day
@@darkivaz-aaa1145the MDX is fantastic but it’s not gonna have as much space as the TX
TX is more expensive but it’s also more luxurious, I think it’s worth the extra given that the buyer is willing to spend it but to each their own
@@darkivaz-aaa1145 mdx is disastrous.. No space inside and ancient technology
@@CarGeek360 yes, I know it's the most luxurious model
No thanks, I will keep my 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE AWD with the V6!
Was someone offering one to you?
That V6 was tiresome on long
Road-trips
I test drove the v6 2022 XLE a few times. Very jumpy and far from smooth.
But it does have torque enough to move.
I have a 5.7L sequoia so I didn’t get the HL. Lol.
@@Zilla12haha good one.
It s an upgrade only if you need more space
I disagree, the Grand Highlander is an upgrade in pretty much every way IMO
@@CarGeek360interior on Grand Highlander is cheaper. Hood and doors feel Ike and sound like tin
@@Ryan2022 the interior on the Grand Highlander looks better and I highly doubt it feels cheaper, no one claims that the hood and doors feel like tin EXCEPT for you
@@CarGeek360 false.
@@Ryan2022 at least the Grand Highlander looks good on the outside, can’t say the same about the regular Highlander
Toyota Highlander (gas) = in stock ('cuz no one wants it)
Toyota Highlander (hybrid) = 2 year wait-list mainly for the 35mpg
Toyota GRAND highlander = Lexus prices for a stretched-out Rav4
It’s odd in the US the GH and Lexus TX prices actually overlap. But in Canada the TX can be 5-20K more expensive. Ie hybrid max vs tx500h: there is a 20k delta in price
I'm about to say the hybrid isn't no dam 2 year wait lol
@@robmalcolm8042
"No matter which of the 5 trims you choose, you may be surprised to learn that there is a very large waiting period for the Highlander Hybrid. Unfortunately, getting a Highlander Hybrid remains difficult due to persistently high demand and low supply. Unless production suddenly improves, dealers estimate a wait time of more than 2 years."
SOURCE #2 Reddit
"I am in the GTA and my local dealer has a 3 year wait list for Highlander Hybrid and will not even let me put my name on the list because it is so long"
"I have my name and 1k deposit down for one as well in GTA. Was told 12-18 months."
"I have been waiting for our hihy order since May 2021. Still waiting in Southern Ontario, top of list with no end in sight."
(wait times 2024 hybrid highlander in canada Reddit)
@@zenon3021you are in Canada that’s why. I see plenty of GH here in the US and for sure in the SF Bay Area. Seems like Canada are getting so little allocation on Toyota and Lexus. I heard someone waited 2-3 years on all an Lexus PHEV SUV.
Prefer the turbo gas.. much Faster than the Hybrid…
First
The Highlander became irrelevant when the GH came out. It is effectively a 2 row SUV due to the pathetic 3rd row space. Needs to be way cheaper to compete with the new Santa Fe which has more space, luxury and features.
I have a feeling Toyota will discontinue the regular highlander. The Crown Signia will replace it as the semi SUV, those who needs 7 seats will go eithe Sienna or GH.
I can see Toyota dropping the Highlander soon.
Nah….
The HL offers a more affordable choice since it has a base trim whereas the GH only comes in XLE and higher
I can't; they sell over 150k of them a year. I can see them dropping the 3rd row from the Highlander and moving the 2nd row back for class leading cargo space and leg room in the 2nd row.
Great review, but I noticed the pricing on the Highlander you reviewed was not for the hybrid version. When you actually compare the Highlander xle hybrid to a GH xle hybrid the prices are much, much closer. I think for a more true comparison you should have reviewed the Highlander platinum hybrid to the GH platinum hybrid non max version. Good review otherwise. Keep up the great work.
@@robskinner1972 not to mention that the regular hybrid version of both models are in extremely high demand even now.
These cars are just big and boring. Ain’t no hot gurl be clamoring for no Highlander!!! We need that rizz and bling boo boo! Where’s them Bimmer, Benz and Bentley comparisons for us gurls with phat yams??? C’mon now boo boo!!!!!
I'm dead 😂
Dude forgot your med again?
Neither. Both are problematic with their quality and control
Keep clowning yourself😂😂 naveen part 2
The truth is the truth fanboy. You need to stick in reality instead of defending a pos brand boy
@@darkivaz-aaa1145 says only u
@@ibrahimbashir6634 you're one hurt fanboy lol
WTF?$ 51000? Here in Europe i can barely buy a Tiguan...