Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse
It’s time to tailgate outside Gillette Stadium. Who are you bringing along with you? If you’re driving a 2021 Toyota Highlander or a Chevy Traverse, you can find room for up to eight people. Which SUV gets your crew ready?
The team at Ira Toyota of Manchester is all set for game day. We’re comparing the Toyota Highlander vs. Chevy Traverse. If you live near Amherst or Manchester, MA, or Derry, NH, read below to learn which SUV may be right for you.
Compare: The 2021 Highlander & Chevy Traverse
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2021 Highlander |
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2021 Traverse |
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8 |
Maximum Seating |
8 |
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Available |
Hybrid Model |
Not Available |
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42 inches |
First-Row Legroom |
41 inches |
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41 inches |
Second-Row Legroom |
38.4 inches |
Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse: Design
The 2021 Traverse and the 2021 Highlander can each tow up to 5,000 pounds. That’s enough to haul:
- Camping gear
- Camper
- Boat
How do they compare on the inside? You’ll have more room for your friends inside the Highlander than in the Traverse. Second-row passengers have up to 38.4 inches of legroom in the Traverse. The Highlander offers a more spacious 41 inches of second-row legroom.
Drivers also have an edge in the Highlander. You’ll have 42 inches of first-row legroom at your disposal in Toyota’s SUV. The Traverse offers just 41 inches for drivers to stretch their legs.
Highlander vs Traverse: Safety First
On a football field, the safety keeps watch over the backfield to make sure his team has everything covered. When it comes to safety systems, the Highlander has stronger options than the Traverse.
The Highlander is outfitted with Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+. Each trim of this Toyota SUV includes:
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Road Sign Assist
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Asist and Lane Tracing Assist help you stay within your playbook. These are plus assets while you drive on the highway.
Lane-assist features are available but not standard on different trims of the Traverse. That means the Highlander has more comprehensive safety systems than the Traverse.
Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse: MPG
If the fuel gauge is hovering around “E”, it can feel like you’re running a 2-minute drill to get to the gas pump. Drivers will spend less time searching for a gas station in the Toyota Highlander.
Why? The Highlander is available as a hybrid vehicle. By pairing a traditional gas engine with an electric motor, the Highlander Hybrid LE generates an EPA-estimated 35 city/35 highway MPG.*
Unfortunately, the Traverse does not have an available hybrid model. Its fuel efficiency peaks at an EPA-estimated 18 city/27 highway MPG.
You can still tap into the spirit of an SUV while driving a Highlander Hybrid. This SUV has available drive modes that get you ready for adventure:
- ECO Mode
- Sport Mode
- EV Mode
- Trail Mode
The Highlander has better MPG and versatility than the Traverse. So, how can you see it for yourself and experience it firsthand?
Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse: Which One?
Despite the same seating capacity, drivers are better able to take advantage of the Highlander’s design. Our Toyota Highlander vs. Chevy Traverse comparison shows how the Toyota SUV’s space and fuel efficiency create a better traveling experience.
If you live near Amherst or Manchester, Massachusetts, or Derry, New Hampshire, contact the team at Ira Toyota of Manchester to schedule a test drive.
* EPA-estimated 21 city/29 hwy/24 combined mpg for 2021 Highlander; 20 city/27 hwy/23 combined for 2021 Highlander AWD; 36 city/ 35 hwy/36 combined mpg for 2021 Highlander Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
