2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,320 to $53,795
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 - 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 265 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 201.4 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Toyota Grand Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Toyota Grand Highlander or the Volkswagen ID.4, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota Grand Highlander is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Toyota Grand Highlander, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Toyota Grand Highlander has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Toyota Grand Highlander is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota Grand Highlander has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Toyota Grand Highlander does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Toyota Grand Highlander more than the Volkswagen ID.4, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Toyota Grand Highlander, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen ID.4.