Comparison - Toyota Highlander Platinum hybrid 2021 - vs - Toyota Fortuner 2.8 Legender 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Toyota Kluger

Also called:

Hilux SW4,Toyota SW4

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Average Price: 
$
50,315
Updated: 
20 Dec 2019
฿
1,762,000
Thai Baht
Updated: 
10 Aug 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
7
7
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.10gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Moondust
#7E8DA0
Midnight Black Metallic
#24231E
Blueprint
#323C71
Magnetic Gray Metallic
#4E4E4E
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Celestial Silver metallic
#979CA0
Opulent Amber
#6A5954
Ruby Flare pearl
#740000
Color: 
White Pearl CS Black Top
#C7C6C3
Emotional Red Black Top
#BE1522
Attitude Black Mica
#FFFFFF

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway..

Pros
Better style
New sporty XSE look
Still practical…
...and fuel efficient
Great standard safety

Cons
Infotainment is still a headache
Exterior is a little busy
Pricey top models
Small-ish third row

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.

Pros
Attractive design,
optional hybrid powertrain,
generous standard features.

Cons
Few driving thrills,
skimpy third-row room,
fussy interior styling.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The sporty XSE trim debuts in the Hybrid lineup.More advanced safety features are standard.LED headlights are now standard.

Pros
High fuel economy for a three-row SUV
Sensibly priced compared to the non-hybrid Highlander
Comfortable ride quality
Plenty of standard and available safety features

Cons
Third-row seats are cramped
Not a whole lot of cargo space behind the third-row seat
Engine sounds unrefined at full throttle

By: 
edmunds.com

Having reviewed the GX, this time we take a look at the 2021 Toyota Fortuner GXL. It's a rugged 4WD that positions itself as the default family option for those whose budget can't stretch to the Prado.

Pros
Ride quality is excellent on any road surface
Power and torque increases translate to the real world
Cabin ergonomics are solid and build quality is robust

Cons
Needs more power outlets, especially in the second row
Third row should be viewed as occasional only
GXL is a steep climb in price from the GX, which remains solid value

By: 
caradvice.com.au

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Diesel
Fuel Economy City USA: 
35.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
34.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Diesel

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
2.80L
Torque: 
368ft-lbs
at 2 800rpm
Horsepower: 
243hp
at 6 000rpm
201hp
at 3 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet
38.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Multi-function steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Automatic Parking Assist
Leather with Wood Grain and Silver Line Steering Wheels Material
Push button Start
Drive Mode Switch (Eco/Power)
Park Sensor 6 Positions

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.90in
188.70in
Width: 
76.00in
73.00in
Height: 
68.10in
72.20in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
7.50in
Front Track: 
60.60in
Rear Track: 
61.20in
Wheel Base: 
112.20in
108.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.40
Rear Head Room: 
37.10
Front Leg Room: 
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
41.00in
Front Hip Room: 
57.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
84.30cu.ft
38.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.00cu.ft
7.00cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.10degrees
29.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.70degrees
25.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
4595.00lbs
4695.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
no
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Automatic Up/Down Window with Anti-Clamping System
Kick Activated Electric Tailgate Censor Set

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
4 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Sport 1st Row Seat
Leather and Synthetic Leather Seats Material
Power Driver and Passenger Seat 1st Row Seat (Leanable)
Power Driver and Passenger Seat 1st Row Seat (Adjustable)
Rear Seats Features: 
Multi-Level Heating
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding Rear Seatback
With 1-touch Tumble 2nd Row Seat (Leanable)
Split Type 50/50 Adjustable 3rd Row Seat

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Double Wishbone with Stabilizer and Shock Absorber
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
4 Link & Coil Suspension with Stabilizer Bar and Shock Absorber
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
1st Row Air Conditioner with 5 Air-flow Directions
2nd Row and 3rd Row Air Conditioner
Automatic Anti-glare Rear Mirror
Interior Floor Carpet

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
JBL Premium Brand Stereo System
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
JBL Premium Brand Speakers
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
11 Total Speakers
USB Electrical Connector for Rear-seat Passengers
Premium Audio Set with Power Amp and JBL Speaker
Wireless Charger
6-Speaker
T-Connect System
Voice Recognition
Apple CarPlay System
8-inch Resistive Touch Screen, Supports Bluetooth/USB
3 Power Port DC 12V. Outlet

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Stainless Steel Exhaust End Pipe
Rear Rain Wiper
Time Intermittent Front Rain Wiper
Rear Spoiler
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 In.
20"
Wheels more: 
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Self-Leveling Headlights
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Lane Departure Warning with Steering Assist
Pre-Collision System
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
Crash Body Safety GOA
Side Bar Protection
Auto Limited Slip Differential
Theft Deterrent System (TDS)
Seat Belt 3 Points With Pretensioner & Force Limiter (Front Seat

Options

Packages: 
All-Weather Floor Liner Package
Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners
Protection Package
Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats
Exterior Options: 
Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)
Tow Hitch Receiver
Alloy Wheel Locks
Door Edge Guards
Special Color
Body Side Moldings
Rear Bumper Applique
Running Boards
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Paint Protection Film
Interior Options: 
Universal Tablet Holder
Cargo Net - Envelope
Cargo Tote
Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package
Carpet Mat Package
All Weather Floor Liners
Cargo Liner
Carpet Cargo Mat
Carpet Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Harvest beige, leather
#740000
Black, leather
#191919
Glazed Caramel, leather
#8A582F
Graphite, leather
#404042