2023 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander | NewCars.com

2023 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander Review

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2023 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $34,520 to $54,200
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2023 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $36,620 to $51,425
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 98.2 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 205.9 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 41.4 - 42.8 in
Rear 39.0 - 40.0 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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
The Chevrolet Traverse offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Highlander, with comparable head- and legroom. The Chevrolet Traverse will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Traverse as you will with the Toyota Highlander, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Traverse will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander.

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

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

Performance
The Chevrolet Traverse has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Chevrolet Traverse doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Highlander.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Traverse and the Toyota Highlander. The Chevrolet Traverse has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Highlander.