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Compare BMW X5 vs Toyota Highlander

BMW X5
2021 BMW X5
Select configuration:
$59,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Toyota Highlander
2021 Toyota Highlander
Select configuration:
$35,085
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

BMW X5
2019-2021 BMW X5 In Motion
2019-2021 BMW X5 Dashboard
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Central Control Panel
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque
330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,828 lbs
4,145 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,000 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
24 MPG
City
21 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
7.5 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
459.9 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
569.4 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.3 in
194.9 in
Height
68.7 in
68.1 in
Max Width
78.9 in
76 in
Front Width
66.1 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
117.1 in
112.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
39.8 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.8 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
60 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
41 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.7 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
27.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
72.3 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
33.9 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
33.9 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41.3 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 9"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 9"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P265/50HR19
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P265/50HR19
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Opulent Amber

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Arctic Gray Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Manhattan Green Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Sparkling Brown Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Canberra Beige, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Coffee, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Cognac, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Ivory White, Vernasca Leather Upholstery (MC)
  • Black, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Coffee, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White/Night Blue, (Ind) Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Standard
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Seat-Massage
Optional
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Overall Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 80,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
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