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Price wise though these are the two that people will probably cross shop. Go GH Max and get a better drivetrain or go TX and get a nicer interior. No wrong choice in that price band.
There is no Lexus dealer within 100 miles of my home, so it is Grand Highlander Hybrid Max for me. This will probably be the last car I buy (I am 73), so I will get the Platinum version so I can get the most enjoyment out of my driving. Getting 25 mpg on regular gas will save me money over my current V6 SUV which needs premium fuel and only gets 16 mpg around town.
Unfortunately you cannot buy either of these as they have haunted all sales and production due to some major safety concerns. Hoping they get that resolved soon as they both have a lot to offer.
GH has the ventilated rear seats, hybrid max power, uses regular fuel, and offers the portobello interior with the red exterior for a value the Lexus cannot match. The Lexus version asks you to pay more for the perception of more.
This was the best comparison video by miles. I was all about the TX, but I think I'm going for the GH. The looks, regular gas, and gas mileage does it for me.
Ironically, we just put deposits on the TX 350 Premium and the GH Hybrid Max Platinum. Whichever one allocates a match to our preferred color combos first will win it for me! It will be my wife’s vehicle and she’s excited about either option.
We are doing exactly the same, have put the deposit down for both GH Max Plat and TX350 Premium. GH just got to the dealer, will be going for the test drive in a day or so. Already test drove TX350 Prem and loved it. Engine is powerful enough on TX albeit its not hybrid with less horsepower but still loved it. Both are coming out to be same OTD with no markups around $68K. Let me know which you guys pick.
@@nxm-999 We actually got word over the weekend that our local Lexus dealer secured our TX in the first color combo that we wanted… white/black, so it’s looking like that will be the one! It’s being built on 11/27 and should deliver right around Christmas. I just sent them the port installed options that we want. For the GH, we only put one color combo so that might be why it would take longer. BUT also, the local Toyota dealers in Louisiana are putting $2-4k dealer market adjustments on the GHs, especially the hybrids. Not as bad as a quote I got from a Toyota dealer in Tampa Bay, FL that had $15k adjustment!! I was shocked… nearly $90k out the door for a +/- $60k msrp vehicle. Our local Lexus dealer is only putting a $2k vehicle protection package on all TXs, no market adjustments. So that’s another reason I’m kinda glad we’re going TX. At least I’m getting something for the extra $$$… ceramic coating, window tint, and windshield film. Cheers!
@@rossm7012 Awesome, most likely we will also be going with TX350. We also got in White/Peppercorn. Our delivery will be around 12/15, with 11/13 being the build out date. Our Toyota dealer is only charing for pain protection and GPS device ($1500) but no market adjustments and our Lexus dealer is not even charging for paint protection or anything else so we are getting TX at MSRP. We tried to negotiate OTD but it was a no go. Can't wait for the TX delivery. I did not know we can ask for PIO accessories but good to know. We were quite happy with PIO that the dealer provided us. Thank you.
The Highlander extra points need to be a reverse function of family income level, not a constant number. If a family total incomes above $300k, they care less about value. But if income $100k, high lander
I'll take the Highlander in non hybrid form with the Lexus drivetrain. It's cheaper and to me, better. No cvt and no battery to worry about in 8 years.
Toyota has the stealth wealth factor, less piano black, more physical buttons, and on/off button isn't up in the driver's sight line like the lexus (super annoying!)
I'm so glad you mention this. I tested drove the 2.4 hybrid GH and it was under power. It was a test drive and I felt it. Imagine, putting 3 kids, wife, strollers, and after 1 year of driving that car. It's going to be feel sluggest fast. I hate that toyota got rid of the V6 engines for the highlander!!!
I don’t understand how they have the same engine but need different fuel grade. Also with the lower fuel grade the Toyota gets much better fuel economy. 🤔🤔🤔
Lexus tuned the engines to have slightly more power on premium fuel. Despite the recommendation, it is highly likely you could run the TX on regular fuel and just lose a few HP
Oh no no no boo!!! Toyota is boring asf and Lexus is for old people!!! Ain’t no hot gurl like me wants no Toyota or Lexus! You best get us a Bimmer or a Benz if you want a taste of these juicy yams!!!!
@@jxmar_ Oh no no boo boo!!! My man best get me that top a the line Bimmer or Benz boo if he wants even a taste of this donk!!! Sorry not sorry for knowing my worth boo!!!
@@jxmar_Exactly! Or they go buy a 10 yo model, with 150k miles on it, to impress fools that don’t know no better….but can’t afford a brake job on the thing.
Forgot about to $2-$3k markups at Toyota on the GH. In my opinion, the Premium TX350 is a better comparison. I know around us, when we looked at the GH max platinum it was almost $62-$63k (with markup). The TX350 Premium with tech package, second row captain heat/cool, etc is at $64.5 with no markups. Lexus all the way in that instance.
This. Toyota made the TX knowing very well that it has a dealership markup problem. It was made to reduce dealership markups on the grand highlander. That’s why it’s only slightly better than the grand highlander. Same for Honda making the Acura Integra despite only being slightly better, to reduce Civic Si markups (and Type R markups with the Type S). It’s also only slightly better than the Civic. Is this some kind of new Japanese North American anti-markup strategy?
Since pricing is now released, I thought I would see what $57k would buy me, as that is what I paid for my loaded GH Limited Hybrid. It would get a TX350 base, and around here, (FL) the Lexus dealers add $3200 on every car, which includes “pre delivery service” “Lexus care” plus $1000 document fee. ($57k really ends up being over $60k). What do I have on my Toyota that I don’t get on the Lexus. AWD, Real leather seats, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row, pano roof, 360 camera, and a few small insignificant things. But the drivetrain is regular fuel, and 34 mpg. Lexus says premium, and 27 mpg. You can talk all you want about “soft touch” surfaces. The only time I touch the dash is when I clean it, or in case of an accident and I don’t have a seat belt on, my forehead. Toyota for the win.
As you pointed out, the *real* match to the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max (the Lexus with the same drivetrain) is the 500h F-Sport Performance trim level, which adds a bunch more cash (I can't remember how much you mentioned, but it was quite a bit.) If you add points for *that* price difference, the GH comes out way ahead. Like you said, if you want the Lexus experience at the dealership, or the better interior materials, or the bigger display, etc., etc., and money is not an issue, by all means get the Lexus. Thanks for the review guys.
19000 more for tx500h vs. Grand highlander hybrid max in Canada. Also one less seat. Not worth the upgrade. Also requires premium gas which is way more expensive in Canada compared to regular so GH will cost way less to fill up.
Grand highlander front looks like a fish 🐟 . Back looks like a stretch rav4. They should have just called it the grand rav4. It's not good-looking. How can you make a car thats supposed to look lik3 the highlander but better look like a stretch rav4. If I'm paying that type of money for this car which is 50k plus. I'm not trying to buy something that looks like a stretch 30k suv.
TX is better choice mainly because GH frame is not solid enough for such a big size SUV, TX’ s frame got strengthened and feel solid, that makes huge difference, Highlander is very noisy on high speed, Lexus is always Lexus, just like RX350 drives 100 times better than Highlander.
I'm already driving the Q7... it makes total sense to transition to the TX. The inside materials of the GH would not cut the mustard at this point. Nice vehicle tho
@@cia9419. Just for clarification, in a study of 10,000 millionaires, the number 1 owned brand was Toyota. True wealthy people don’t car what other people have.
Both not good- after 1.2 million Toyota’s, looking at Honda. No turbo, 2nd seat bench changeable, reg 6 Cyl, 30% less engine parts. Toyota forgot its customers.
Very well done. Probably the best car reviews on RUclips. Objective and well thought out. The only footnote: the adaptive variable suspension option that other reviewers suggest to be not distinguishable (and therefore, not worth the added cost / price).
For us it came down to the TX's 2 seat configuration in the 3rd row vs the GH's 3 seat 3rd row. The 3rd row just isn't wide enough to get 3 legit seats back there. The 2 seats in the Lexus made more sense.
I always wondered why 3rd row isn’t big enough to fit 3, unlike the second row. It would be sad if only due to leg room. Honda pilot provides 3 belts, and I guess kids fit in just fine?
With all the unrest in the Middle East and the certainty that fuel prices will go higher, my biggest concern is mpg. It's funny that these guys don't address that. The TGH offers a hybrid (non-Max) version that gets 34 mpg with AWD and can use regular gas. Plus it offers the panoramic moonroof. The third row bench seat has three seat belts for three persons (likely kids), but the seating capacity is seven if you choose captain chairs for the second row. The base price is $51,060 and with optional trimmings comes to $56,481. I also like the look better than the softer LTX. Compare that to the most fuel efficient LTX - the LTX 550h+ PHEV. The LTX PHEV won't be available until 2024. It offers only 33 miles on electric charge, and because it adds a V6, will get about 26 mpg and requires the use of premium gas. It won't have a panoramic moonroof, because Lexus says its concerned about the weight. The LTX PHEV offers only a two seat bench in the third row (only two seat belts), thus with captain chairs in the second row, it provides seating for only six persons. To get this 26 mpg, the rumored price for the PHEV without the trimmings is north of $80,000. In addition, word is that the LTX PHEV won't be available in all 50 states and will be in short supply due to the need to consolidate production in Indiana. It also won't qualify for the federal tax credit because Toyota does not build its batteries in the States. That won't happen until 2025. And I've read that Toyota is looking at technology that will give its PHEVs 125 miles to a charge that may (MAY) be available by 2026. Finally, Toyota/Lexus announced that their PHEVs will be manufactured with the Tesla plug sometime around 2025-26. In summary, waiting on the LTX PHEV to get to a point where it even matches the existing TGH non-Max hybrid in terms of fuel efficiency will probably mean another three year wait minimum. I'm also guessing that adding options to the LTX PHEV base price of $80,000 will mean that it's a full $30k premium for the Lexus badge and a better car audio system (which I can buy as an aftermarket for the TGH). I say no. I want fuel efficiency and I really don't care if it means it takes me a full second more to achieve 0-60 mph to get it. Lexus needs to provide a model that emphasizes fuel efficiency instead of putting such a premium on performance alone.
@@tinhinnh it’s true The cx90 looks better than either of them, it’s a lot nicer inside than either of them, driving dynamics are superior to either of them, performance is better, handling is so much better than both, the suspension is more sophisticated, it has an inline 6 which neither have
@@naveenthemachineagreed (although looks are subjective) but if you need the room, you're gonna have to get one of these two, or an atlas, or the new Chevrolet traverse or the new Acadia. I am shopping in this segment, and as you know, I need that second row bench seat, so that pushes me over to Honda or Acura, or lower trim levels of any of these others.
I chose the GH Platinum. I prefer the grille and price point. I’ve had it for three months and driven 8,000 miles. Best purchase I’ve made in quite some time!
We took TX 350 Luxury after checking several times. Materials inside GH feel differently. Stitches are uneven, plastic cheap, and more devilish in details. If you don't care about these, GH is your option.
I would choose Lexus TX over GH for 2 main reasons. 1. Toyota deals markup eliminating the price gap between TX and GH. I live in Canada and I have seen someone paid C$ 90k on a GH hybrid max model, whereas TX is currently priced at less than $C 80k OTD. On top of that Lexus dealers are often more negotiable on both price and rates. I’m not 100% sure if this is the same case in the US, but I have seen similar stories. 2. Toyota not allowing option to choose bench seats for 2nd row on premium trims. I mean if I’m regularly hauling 4 ppl, I can go with regular highlander, I choose GH because I’m regularly hauling 5 and occasionally more, so I need bigger space. Not everyone enjoys to sit in the 3rd row, my kids get car sick more often for sitting in the 3rd row that’s why we are ditching our van for a large SUV.
Good review, but I think the comparison would have been fairer if you used the 2.4 ltr hybrid drivetrain on the GH. It is almost 3k$ cheaper than the GH Max and only 20 less HP than the Lexus TX. The price difference would have done more to dissuade buyers who are price conscious about going with the GH.
I have a AWD Grand Highlander Limited (loaded)that cost less than the base TX. What does it the GH have that the TX doesn’t have? AWD, Pano moon roof, (not offered), Panoramic camera, (not offered), real leather seats, (not offered), heated and ventilated front row, (vented not offered), heated second row, (not offered), smart key, (extra option), winter package (extra option), premium sound, (not offered), 8 passenger seating, (not offered). What does the TX have, removable cup holders, 2” bigger screen, and and “L” on the front instead of a “T”. It’s not even close, unless having a “keep up with the Jone’s luxury car” is that big of a deal. Toyota for the win.
A Toyota will take at least 6-12 months to get, also they’ve been experiencing lots of technical issues, leaking, even the shaking hoods, Lexus would never allow this to happen
Lexus components and material are higher quality. Paint, sheet metal used, structural integrity is stronger resulting in a safer vehicles (Lexus are built like tanks) and Lexus offer more standard luxury features by default... The process to put together a Lexus vehicle is more time consuming and expensive... Lexus compete with Mercedes, Audi, Range Rover, BMW, etc... Its not even close... Toyota vehicles are build cheaper uses lower quality material and parts... Its not as structurally strong as the Lexus vehicle... You pay for what you get in the end... Unlike the Germans, Lexus is a reliable luxury brand. So yea your talking about all the features you getting with Toyota but your missing the point that one is built way superior than the other form the core up... In an accident, I would rather be in a Lexus... Also, the Toyota dealerships are marking up the Grand Highlander 60-75k+ for their models while Lexus is keeping their price at a decent level so it a no brainer...
@@persaud101 well, I paid window sticker with no mark up or dealer add ons. Since this Lexus is coming off the exact same assembly line as the GH, I doubt there is that much difference in the safety materials. Yes, it is a reliable luxury vehicle, and yes there will be materials on the inside that will be different. But I never touch the dash and say “ oooh, soft touch materials”. But I will notice that I have ventilated real cow leather seats, and people who ride with me will notice the heated rear seats, and the massive sunroof. I will notice that I have a 360 camera, and none of those things is offered on the base level TX, that cost what mine does. Also, at that price I will notice AWD, and will notice that when I fill up every 500 miles, (instead of 270 miles), I will be paying about .60 less a gallon for fuel, because Lexus requires premium to run right, and they don’t offer a hybrid, (other that the engine that is comparable to the hybrid max). Do I like Lexus as a brand? Absolutely. Fine cars. Is it worth the extra money for the status of the brand? For some people, but not for me. As a side note, every Lexus dealer that I looked at charges a bonus for that “Lexus Experience”. In Florida it’s $3200 for “preconditioning, dealer service, and Asst fees”. In Iowa, they charge $1700 for “Lexus Premium”, whatever that is.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 There are differences how a Lexus is build but I am not knocking the GH build quality neither because I know it’s going to last for the next 10-20 years… I never thought a Lexus and Toyota price would cross each other in the current market in NY/NJ… Also your lucky to get a GH at sticker. Right now they are going 3k-10k over sticker and that’s colliding with Lexus Tx in the NY/NJ area… A GH hybrid is going for 60k+ and hybrid max is going 72k+…. I am not so keen on those turbo engines at that price point. So regular tx premium is around 61k and regular gh limited is around 58-60k+ so the price nearing each other for a better built vehicle which does use more gas. Right now I am even thinking of the Honda Pilot with everything for 51k since Toyota dealerships are price gouging like crazy and restricting supply on purpose but I am going do everything to get a GH limited but it’s not looking too good price wise…
Best value is the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE model all wheel drive. We paid $47,650 plus tax and license. Awesome vehicle with awesome gas mileage!
Honestly Toyota should’ve made just one 3 row SUV instead of two but it’s WE ig😂 I would probably go for the Toyota Grand Highlander cuz I don’t really care about showing off and the TX technically would be more expensive to maintain in the long run compared to the GH and I like and prefer the easier car to maintain (also cuz I have 2 Toyotas already). The one thing I don’t like about the GH is that the rear turn signal and brake lights are combined into one, not sure why but I’m not a fan of that in most cars.
Honda Pilot is the best: 1. Cheaper than Highlander 2. 3rd rows seating much more comfortable 3. Performance 4. Mileage I’m having a hard time convincing myself to buy something else.
@@highpeaks6542 it’s time to replace my Pilot. I’m looking for SUVs that has a 3rd row leg room of 32.5” or greater. I can’t afford a Escalade. VW Atlas reliability is very low. CX9 3rd row leg room is 29”. Something near to $50k. Can you please suggest me some?
the cargo space behind the third row on the pilot is tight compared to the grand highlander. We will be a family of 5 come January and that's all we keep thinking about. Can we fit a stroller and a big luggage back there. Will we need 8 seats long term, probably because familiy comes to visit and you don't need a stroller in the years to come but the space will be there. Its our problem too with bench seating versus captains seats. I just got 3 seats to fit in Tesla Model 3 but we need a family SUV and all we keep coming back to is the Grand Highlander.
I've watched many comparison videos between these two models and this is the best of the best videos I've watched. I've decided to buy the Lexus TX. It's priceless to put a smile on your face every time you get in the car. Thank you.
Toyota made the TX knowing very well that it has a dealership markup problem. It was made to reduce dealership markups on the grand highlander. That’s why it’s only slightly better than the grand highlander, because why spend and do so much on a car that’s supposed to reduce markups? Same for Honda making the Acura Integra despite only being slightly better, to reduce Civic Si markups (and Type R markups with the Type S). It’s also only slightly better than the Civic. Is this some kind of new Japanese North American anti-markup strategy?
Late bloomer features that has already been out 6 years ago . The 2018 Chevrolet traverse has all of those feature. So it is nothing new on these new suv.
Tough one. I’ve got a deposit on a GH Limited AWD with the regular 2.4 turbo. No hybrid, but the TX 350 AWD base, is only about $3000 more, so given the longer warranty, and more sound isolation and comfort, I’m now leaning toward the Lexus…also, the dealership experience, is a plus. Own a Gx460 now.
Excellent comparison ! No brainer for me now to choose grander highlander over TX. My final decision now will be made between Grand Highlander and Palisade. Thanks this nice video ❤
Great comparison 👍. It comes down to how much is your budget and willing to spend for comfort. When comparing same powertrain, HM vs 550h, the price difference is 12-15k. The question is: are the tangible ride comfort and a bit more luxurious interior, but less seating configuration worth that much money? I still dont know the answer 😊
Loving my 2024 Storm Cloud GH with Portabella interior. Paid MSRP, not over. those day are over. I have the 4 cylinder engine. Was thinking of waiting out for the pro max hybrid. Folks, the 4 cylinder has plenty of power especially in sport mode. 2K miles thus far. Driving from Scranton PA to Hartford CT on I84 with only one finger touching the wheel was great. The GH automation did most of the work. Love using 89 octane. Another thing I considered was that there is a Toyota dealership 10 minutes away from me were as the Lexus is 30 minutes away on a good day. Not the reason I picked the GH but something to consider.
How did you get MSRP? That's amazing. The Toyota dealer is charging my 71K out the door (markup) which is what the Lexus costs. I told them today to give me my 1K deposit back.
Thanks guys. Your Lexus TX video helped me change my mind from the RX and this video confirmed I made the right choice after purchase over the Highlander. I appreciate the time you take to educate us on these cars.
Grand highlander front looks like a fish 🐟 . Back looks like a stretch rav4. They should have just called it the grand rav4. It's not good-looking. How can you make a car thats supposed to look lik3 the highlander but better look like a stretch rav4. If I'm paying that type of money for this car which is 50k plus. I'm not trying to buy something that looks like a stretch 30k suv.
Toyota dealers are so bad they all sell above msrp. Nobody lowered price for grand toyota highlander. They argued for 1k discount. I ended up buying new 2023 lexus gx460 premium in oct took 10k discount luv v8. Toyota would never give 10k discount on any car.
Pretty meaningless as Lexus brand line should be better than Toyota otherwise how can they do business!? That’s how Toyota doing business. TX350 275ps vs 2.4 with Hybrid 362ps ?😂 everyone know the difference….. “ What’s going on! “😂
The most practical issue right now, particularly if buying pre-owned, is you won’t be able to find a GH Hybrid Max to save your life. And when you do, it’s more expensive than MSRP (just experienced this). So really if you want the vehicle within say less than 90 days, it’s really choosing between GH Gas Platinum and all the TX models. Which changes things.
I honestly don't understand why Toyota decided to put a very underwhelming engine in the Tx350. Makes no sense whatsoever. I'd definitely stick to yhe Grand Highlander.
Millage - just starting to look at a new GH Hybrid or GHiHy to replace my 2012 Highlander. Great detail and info in the video, but you left out WHY the GHiHy MAX gets such awful mpg. The Max is tuned for performance and towing. The MaX ICE engine is ALWAYS on to supply the 2nd e-motor. The regular HiHy XLE / Limited has MUCH better mileage. Forget the MAX - The GHiHy is the one to get.
if you model out the cost difference in premium vs regular gas while also factoring in resale value + warranty differences, it’s not that big of a difference. I was really opposed to it but after seeing the numbers i was like meh, more a psychological thing.
Grand Highlander has $5,000 dealer markup and there are none available with the max hybrid platinum configuration. So Lexus is really the only option but again, few if any 500h available.
No Lexus dealerships in my area, closest one is 60 miles away...however they haveTX's of my preference on the lot...where a Grand Highlander you have to wait 4 months with an online order for it to be shipped to you.
I think I’m leaning towards Tx, just because it has much better space in the third row. In grand highlander, it’s hard for full size adult to sit in a back row.
Premium gas vs regular gas is a big cost factor too. If the 350 was available as a Hybrid, my decision would be easy. The TX 350 Luxury Hybrid would be the easy choice. Moving up to 80k for the Tx 500h isn't worth the cost even if it is a Hybrid. Premium gas is still required. Nice review!! 👍
I recognize that Lexus says to use Premium gas, but I bet the engine can easily tune itself to run on the lower octane regular gas. I hope an expert will comment on this, because right now, where I am (SF Bay Area) the premium for premium (sorry :-)) is over $0.50 per gallon! Ouch!
ohh this should be a good one. I just test out a GH today and a Kia telluride. I got to say.... the telluride is winning on alot of the things I'm looking for....and I currently own a 2017 Highlander Hybrid.
Just chose the grand Highlander. Couldn’t justify the price difference and really dislike the full width brake light. Didn’t get hybrid. Lexus almost won me with the audio but we do long trips only so often
Have Ford Flex Limited now, I see no reason to upgrade and spend sooo much money. The hybrid would be nice but ROI would never justify it. Space seems to be less on these also in the cargo area. I dont understand all the speakers, all a car neads in 4 sets of components(tweeter and a mid) and a REAL 10" or bigger subwoofer 500watt or so
Not crazy about the front grill in the TX. Not as bold as the GH. Grand for value definitely, but having owned a Lexus their fit and finish are always superior.
They are the exact same vehicle. We add a few bells and whistles to the Lexus and install bigger front and rear bumpers. That’s really the only difference other than price.
Well my 2017 Highlander hybrid was recently totaled, due to individual turned in front of me. Anyway was looking to replace my 2017 hybrid (306 hp) with a other hybrid Highlander, but after many reviews of Toyota and Lexus hybrids, I’ve chosen Grand Highlander Platinum with Max engine (362hp) looks better ,better mpg, more hp, regular gas, and most importantly cheaper.
Great video as always. Can you guys please help me and give good advice. We are playing to purchase either a grand Highlander hybrid limited or Lexus tx base awd. What do you think is the better long term 8-12 years vehicle thanks so much.
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The TX350 has the non-hybrid engine. The comparison should be the TX500h vs the GH Hybrid Max, IMO.
Price wise though these are the two that people will probably cross shop. Go GH Max and get a better drivetrain or go TX and get a nicer interior. No wrong choice in that price band.
There is no Lexus dealer within 100 miles of my home, so it is Grand Highlander Hybrid Max for me. This will probably be the last car I buy (I am 73), so I will get the Platinum version so I can get the most enjoyment out of my driving. Getting 25 mpg on regular gas will save me money over my current V6 SUV which needs premium fuel and only gets 16 mpg around town.
Unfortunately you cannot buy either of these as they have haunted all sales and production due to some major safety concerns. Hoping they get that resolved soon as they both have a lot to offer.
GH has the ventilated rear seats, hybrid max power, uses regular fuel, and offers the portobello interior with the red exterior for a value the Lexus cannot match. The Lexus version asks you to pay more for the perception of more.
I like the GH
This was the best comparison video by miles. I was all about the TX, but I think I'm going for the GH. The looks, regular gas, and gas mileage does it for me.
Thanks, glad we could help!
Ironically, we just put deposits on the TX 350 Premium and the GH Hybrid Max Platinum. Whichever one allocates a match to our preferred color combos first will win it for me! It will be my wife’s vehicle and she’s excited about either option.
This is like a spin the wheel game lol
If you’re going for the Lexus. I think it’s worth getting the luxury option!🎉 ugh decisions. I do like the 3rd little person seat in the 3rd row.
We are doing exactly the same, have put the deposit down for both GH Max Plat and TX350 Premium. GH just got to the dealer, will be going for the test drive in a day or so. Already test drove TX350 Prem and loved it. Engine is powerful enough on TX albeit its not hybrid with less horsepower but still loved it. Both are coming out to be same OTD with no markups around $68K. Let me know which you guys pick.
@@nxm-999 We actually got word over the weekend that our local Lexus dealer secured our TX in the first color combo that we wanted… white/black, so it’s looking like that will be the one! It’s being built on 11/27 and should deliver right around Christmas. I just sent them the port installed options that we want. For the GH, we only put one color combo so that might be why it would take longer. BUT also, the local Toyota dealers in Louisiana are putting $2-4k dealer market adjustments on the GHs, especially the hybrids. Not as bad as a quote I got from a Toyota dealer in Tampa Bay, FL that had $15k adjustment!! I was shocked… nearly $90k out the door for a +/- $60k msrp vehicle. Our local Lexus dealer is only putting a $2k vehicle protection package on all TXs, no market adjustments. So that’s another reason I’m kinda glad we’re going TX. At least I’m getting something for the extra $$$… ceramic coating, window tint, and windshield film. Cheers!
@@rossm7012 Awesome, most likely we will also be going with TX350. We also got in White/Peppercorn. Our delivery will be around 12/15, with 11/13 being the build out date. Our Toyota dealer is only charing for pain protection and GPS device ($1500) but no market adjustments and our Lexus dealer is not even charging for paint protection or anything else so we are getting TX at MSRP. We tried to negotiate OTD but it was a no go. Can't wait for the TX delivery. I did not know we can ask for PIO accessories but good to know. We were quite happy with PIO that the dealer provided us.
Thank you.
Great video as always. Could you guys do a comparison video on the Lexus nx450h+ and the rav4 prime
The Highlander extra points need to be a reverse function of family income level, not a constant number. If a family total incomes above $300k, they care less about value. But if income $100k, high lander
Nice video! I’d love to see a similar video regarding the ford explorer and Lincoln aviator.
I’m leaning More towards the GH
I'll take the Highlander in non hybrid form with the Lexus drivetrain. It's cheaper and to me, better. No cvt and no battery to worry about in 8 years.
Toyota has the stealth wealth factor, less
piano black, more physical buttons, and on/off button isn't up in the driver's sight line like the lexus (super annoying!)
I don't drive much. So I will go for lexus since I don't have much gas usage.
I never consider to buy 4 cylinder turbo engine. It is definetely NOT reliable.
If even it made by Toyota or Lexus.
I'm so glad you mention this. I tested drove the 2.4 hybrid GH and it was under power. It was a test drive and I felt it. Imagine, putting 3 kids, wife, strollers, and after 1 year of driving that car. It's going to be feel sluggest fast. I hate that toyota got rid of the V6 engines for the highlander!!!
Just don’t like the way the doors open and the way to adjust the function on the steering wheel.
i’m leaning more towards Lexus TX
TX350 for me, drove both. GH feels cheap, went with TX.
I don’t understand how they have the same engine but need different fuel grade. Also with the lower fuel grade the Toyota gets much better fuel economy. 🤔🤔🤔
Lexus tuned the engines to have slightly more power on premium fuel. Despite the recommendation, it is highly likely you could run the TX on regular fuel and just lose a few HP
Oh no no no boo!!! Toyota is boring asf and Lexus is for old people!!! Ain’t no hot gurl like me wants no Toyota or Lexus! You best get us a Bimmer or a Benz if you want a taste of these juicy yams!!!!
Your comment doesn’t make any sense
@@chezzyperson3339 Boy bye! Only those who want a taste of scrumptious cakes would understand anyway!!!
@@jxmar_ Oh no no boo boo!!! My man best get me that top a the line Bimmer or Benz boo if he wants even a taste of this donk!!! Sorry not sorry for knowing my worth boo!!!
This about a car not some hottt yam must be smoking dop man. Crazzzzzy.
@@jxmar_Exactly! Or they go buy a 10 yo model, with 150k miles on it, to impress fools that don’t know no better….but can’t afford a brake job on the thing.
This is the review comparison I was looking for. Thank you!
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!
Forgot about to $2-$3k markups at Toyota on the GH. In my opinion, the Premium TX350 is a better comparison. I know around us, when we looked at the GH max platinum it was almost $62-$63k (with markup). The TX350 Premium with tech package, second row captain heat/cool, etc is at $64.5 with no markups. Lexus all the way in that instance.
This. Toyota made the TX knowing very well that it has a dealership markup problem. It was made to reduce dealership markups on the grand highlander. That’s why it’s only slightly better than the grand highlander.
Same for Honda making the Acura Integra despite only being slightly better, to reduce Civic Si markups (and Type R markups with the Type S). It’s also only slightly better than the Civic.
Is this some kind of new Japanese North American anti-markup strategy?
I purchased with no mark up. But that would definitely change the dynamic.
Currently people are getting discounts on the GH turbo.
Are there still mark ups on these as the car market is crashing? Sooner or later they’re gonna be selling under msrp haha I’ll just wait.
Since pricing is now released, I thought I would see what $57k would buy me, as that is what I paid for my loaded GH Limited Hybrid. It would get a TX350 base, and around here, (FL) the Lexus dealers add $3200 on every car, which includes “pre delivery service” “Lexus care” plus $1000 document fee. ($57k really ends up being over $60k). What do I have on my Toyota that I don’t get on the Lexus. AWD, Real leather seats, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row, pano roof, 360 camera, and a few small insignificant things. But the drivetrain is regular fuel, and 34 mpg. Lexus says premium, and 27 mpg. You can talk all you want about “soft touch” surfaces. The only time I touch the dash is when I clean it, or in case of an accident and I don’t have a seat belt on, my forehead. Toyota for the win.
As you pointed out, the *real* match to the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max (the Lexus with the same drivetrain) is the 500h F-Sport Performance trim level, which adds a bunch more cash (I can't remember how much you mentioned, but it was quite a bit.) If you add points for *that* price difference, the GH comes out way ahead. Like you said, if you want the Lexus experience at the dealership, or the better interior materials, or the bigger display, etc., etc., and money is not an issue, by all means get the Lexus. Thanks for the review guys.
74k for the 500h if you can find one
19000 more for tx500h vs. Grand highlander hybrid max in Canada. Also one less seat. Not worth the upgrade. Also requires premium gas which is way more expensive in Canada compared to regular so GH will cost way less to fill up.
I would take Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited/XLE over Lexus 500h Fsport .....but for people have money to burn, just get the 500H F sport!
I would choose the Grand Highlander for 3 main reasons: The outside looks, the regular gasoline consumption and cheaper in price.
Both use regular gas, the engines are the same.
@@RooseveltdunnThe TX uses only premium fuel. Look at the manual.
not the same=- more HP in Lexus@@Rooseveltdunn
Both are awesome 👌
Grand highlander front looks like a fish 🐟 . Back looks like a stretch rav4. They should have just called it the grand rav4. It's not good-looking. How can you make a car thats supposed to look lik3 the highlander but better look like a stretch rav4. If I'm paying that type of money for this car which is 50k plus. I'm not trying to buy something that looks like a stretch 30k suv.
Grand Highlander Max hybrid is my choice for the money and fuel option. No premium gas! Very important detail 👌 👏🏽 👍🏾
Yea good luck with getting one under 75k.... The Lexus TX has better built quality than those Toyotas...
TX is better choice mainly because GH frame is not solid enough for such a big size SUV, TX’ s frame got strengthened and feel solid, that makes huge difference, Highlander is very noisy on high speed, Lexus is always Lexus, just like RX350 drives 100 times better than Highlander.
I'm already driving the Q7... it makes total sense to transition to the TX. The inside materials of the GH would not cut the mustard at this point. Nice vehicle tho
I prefer buy Toyota Grand Highlander for me.
Same. I prefer physical buttons although the screen stuff in the tx is cool. The HUD on the TX is a pain to use though
Poor people like you will choose Toyota and rich people like me will choose Lexus 😎
@@cia9419yeah yeah you rich lmao by living paycheck to paycheck 😂
@@cia9419. Just for clarification, in a study of 10,000 millionaires, the number 1 owned brand was Toyota. True wealthy people don’t car what other people have.
@@cia9419Highlander is a 60k car 😂 and if you on here flexing money like that you definitely broke lil boy, now go back to bed
I’m going for the Lexus
Both not good- after 1.2 million Toyota’s, looking at Honda.
No turbo, 2nd seat bench changeable, reg 6 Cyl, 30% less engine parts.
Toyota forgot its customers.
Very well done. Probably the best car reviews on RUclips. Objective and well thought out. The only footnote: the adaptive variable suspension option that other reviewers suggest to be not distinguishable (and therefore, not worth the added cost / price).
Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed the comparison 😁
Thank you guys for the comparison. I was waiting for this video. Excellent!
Glad you liked it!
The face in the beginning was mines too with the Lexus look 😂
😂😂
For us it came down to the TX's 2 seat configuration in the 3rd row vs the GH's 3 seat 3rd row. The 3rd row just isn't wide enough to get 3 legit seats back there. The 2 seats in the Lexus made more sense.
I always wondered why 3rd row isn’t big enough to fit 3, unlike the second row. It would be sad if only due to leg room. Honda pilot provides 3 belts, and I guess kids fit in just fine?
@@yms9829 Leg room isn't a problem. Sitting on the seat belt buckle is.
I've usually only needed the third row when shuffling my kids and their friends around town and the three seat third row wins hands down!
@@johngiacoppo1296 Glad that worked out for you!
Life is not 300 years… so Lexus my choice!
With all the unrest in the Middle East and the certainty that fuel prices will go higher, my biggest concern is mpg. It's funny that these guys don't address that. The TGH offers a hybrid (non-Max) version that gets 34 mpg with AWD and can use regular gas. Plus it offers the panoramic moonroof. The third row bench seat has three seat belts for three persons (likely kids), but the seating capacity is seven if you choose captain chairs for the second row. The base price is $51,060 and with optional trimmings comes to $56,481. I also like the look better than the softer LTX.
Compare that to the most fuel efficient LTX - the LTX 550h+ PHEV. The LTX PHEV won't be available until 2024. It offers only 33 miles on electric charge, and because it adds a V6, will get about 26 mpg and requires the use of premium gas. It won't have a panoramic moonroof, because Lexus says its concerned about the weight. The LTX PHEV offers only a two seat bench in the third row (only two seat belts), thus with captain chairs in the second row, it provides seating for only six persons. To get this 26 mpg, the rumored price for the PHEV without the trimmings is north of $80,000.
In addition, word is that the LTX PHEV won't be available in all 50 states and will be in short supply due to the need to consolidate production in Indiana. It also won't qualify for the federal tax credit because Toyota does not build its batteries in the States. That won't happen until 2025. And I've read that Toyota is looking at technology that will give its PHEVs 125 miles to a charge that may (MAY) be available by 2026. Finally, Toyota/Lexus announced that their PHEVs will be manufactured with the Tesla plug sometime around 2025-26.
In summary, waiting on the LTX PHEV to get to a point where it even matches the existing TGH non-Max hybrid in terms of fuel efficiency will probably mean another three year wait minimum. I'm also guessing that adding options to the LTX PHEV base price of $80,000 will mean that it's a full $30k premium for the Lexus badge and a better car audio system (which I can buy as an aftermarket for the TGH). I say no. I want fuel efficiency and I really don't care if it means it takes me a full second more to achieve 0-60 mph to get it. Lexus needs to provide a model that emphasizes fuel efficiency instead of putting such a premium on performance alone.
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I’m surprised you haven’t done Grand Highlander vs CX90 or Pathfinder vs QX60
The cx90 wipes the floor off all of these
@@naveenthemachinekeep dreaming
@@tinhinnh it’s true
The cx90 looks better than either of them, it’s a lot nicer inside than either of them, driving dynamics are superior to either of them, performance is better, handling is so much better than both, the suspension is more sophisticated, it has an inline 6 which neither have
The CX90 to me is more similar to the Lincoln Aviator and Genesis GV80
@@naveenthemachineagreed (although looks are subjective) but if you need the room, you're gonna have to get one of these two, or an atlas, or the new Chevrolet traverse or the new Acadia. I am shopping in this segment, and as you know, I need that second row bench seat, so that pushes me over to Honda or Acura, or lower trim levels of any of these others.
Start of the Downfall of Toyota releasing these overpriced under powered turbocharged models
I chose the GH Platinum. I prefer the grille and price point. I’ve had it for three months and driven 8,000 miles. Best purchase I’ve made in quite some time!
I prefer buy Toyota Grand Highlander for the money and fuel option. No premium gas! plus 3rd rows for 3 people.
I ended up buying the Lexus it was just the small details for me.
that's how they get you (marketing) to buy Lexus. both are Toyotas.
We took TX 350 Luxury after checking several times. Materials inside GH feel differently. Stitches are uneven, plastic cheap, and more devilish in details.
If you don't care about these, GH is your option.
Easy win highlander cheap reliable and longevity less $$$ to spend
The Lexus is overpriced on the higher trim levels for sure. Probably will be selling under msrp by early next year with the way things are going.
I would choose Lexus TX over GH for 2 main reasons.
1. Toyota deals markup eliminating the price gap between TX and GH. I live in Canada and I have seen someone paid C$ 90k on a GH hybrid max model, whereas TX is currently priced at less than $C 80k OTD. On top of that Lexus dealers are often more negotiable on both price and rates. I’m not 100% sure if this is the same case in the US, but I have seen similar stories.
2. Toyota not allowing option to choose bench seats for 2nd row on premium trims. I mean if I’m regularly hauling 4 ppl, I can go with regular highlander, I choose GH because I’m regularly hauling 5 and occasionally more, so I need bigger space. Not everyone enjoys to sit in the 3rd row, my kids get car sick more often for sitting in the 3rd row that’s why we are ditching our van for a large SUV.
Toyota grand Highlander is a beautiful large vehicle. Especially with the second row captain chairs. Both vehicles are overpriced
Good review, but I think the comparison would have been fairer if you used the 2.4 ltr hybrid drivetrain on the GH. It is almost 3k$ cheaper than the GH Max and only 20 less HP than the Lexus TX. The price difference would have done more to dissuade buyers who are price conscious about going with the GH.
Just got my Grand Highlander Platinum it has everything I want at a cheaper price. Love the Car!
I have a AWD Grand Highlander Limited (loaded)that cost less than the base TX. What does it the GH have that the TX doesn’t have? AWD, Pano moon roof, (not offered), Panoramic camera, (not offered), real leather seats, (not offered), heated and ventilated front row, (vented not offered), heated second row, (not offered), smart key, (extra option), winter package (extra option), premium sound, (not offered), 8 passenger seating, (not offered). What does the TX have, removable cup holders, 2” bigger screen, and and “L” on the front instead of a “T”. It’s not even close, unless having a “keep up with the Jone’s luxury car” is that big of a deal. Toyota for the win.
A Toyota will take at least 6-12 months to get, also they’ve been experiencing lots of technical issues, leaking, even the shaking hoods, Lexus would never allow this to happen
@@mama2agn301 they are coming off the same assembly line . My 2013 RAV4 hood shakes, my 2015 Highlander hood shook. It’s not that big of a deal.
Lexus components and material are higher quality. Paint, sheet metal used, structural integrity is stronger resulting in a safer vehicles (Lexus are built like tanks) and Lexus offer more standard luxury features by default... The process to put together a Lexus vehicle is more time consuming and expensive... Lexus compete with Mercedes, Audi, Range Rover, BMW, etc... Its not even close...
Toyota vehicles are build cheaper uses lower quality material and parts... Its not as structurally strong as the Lexus vehicle... You pay for what you get in the end... Unlike the Germans, Lexus is a reliable luxury brand. So yea your talking about all the features you getting with Toyota but your missing the point that one is built way superior than the other form the core up... In an accident, I would rather be in a Lexus...
Also, the Toyota dealerships are marking up the Grand Highlander 60-75k+ for their models while Lexus is keeping their price at a decent level so it a no brainer...
@@persaud101 well, I paid window sticker with no mark up or dealer add ons. Since this Lexus is coming off the exact same assembly line as the GH, I doubt there is that much difference in the safety materials. Yes, it is a reliable luxury vehicle, and yes there will be materials on the inside that will be different. But I never touch the dash and say “ oooh, soft touch materials”. But I will notice that I have ventilated real cow leather seats, and people who ride with me will notice the heated rear seats, and the massive sunroof. I will notice that I have a 360 camera, and none of those things is offered on the base level TX, that cost what mine does. Also, at that price I will notice AWD, and will notice that when I fill up every 500 miles, (instead of 270 miles), I will be paying about .60 less a gallon for fuel, because Lexus requires premium to run right, and they don’t offer a hybrid, (other that the engine that is comparable to the hybrid max). Do I like Lexus as a brand? Absolutely. Fine cars. Is it worth the extra money for the status of the brand? For some people, but not for me. As a side note, every Lexus dealer that I looked at charges a bonus for that “Lexus Experience”. In Florida it’s $3200 for “preconditioning, dealer service, and Asst fees”. In Iowa, they charge $1700 for “Lexus Premium”, whatever that is.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 There are differences how a Lexus is build but I am not knocking the GH build quality neither because I know it’s going to last for the next 10-20 years… I never thought a Lexus and Toyota price would cross each other in the current market in NY/NJ…
Also your lucky to get a GH at sticker. Right now they are going 3k-10k over sticker and that’s colliding with Lexus Tx in the NY/NJ area…
A GH hybrid is going for 60k+ and hybrid max is going 72k+…. I am not so keen on those turbo engines at that price point. So regular tx premium is around 61k and regular gh limited is around 58-60k+ so the price nearing each other for a better built vehicle which does use more gas. Right now I am even thinking of the Honda Pilot with everything for 51k since Toyota dealerships are price gouging like crazy and restricting supply on purpose but I am going do everything to get a GH limited but it’s not looking too good price wise…
Best value is the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE model all wheel drive. We paid $47,650 plus tax and license. Awesome vehicle with awesome gas mileage!
49,788 in south Florida 😔
Lexus ugly in the front..
Lexus TX is was made to help stop wasting the GX Suspension on soccer moms.
😂
Lexus is the clear winner
Thank you for an interesting comparison. Just to clarify additionally, which one rides a bit softer/more comfortably, particularly on rougher roads?
I don’t like Grand Highlander design it looks like RAV4 on steroids, previous looks way better.
Honestly Toyota should’ve made just one 3 row SUV instead of two but it’s WE ig😂 I would probably go for the Toyota Grand Highlander cuz I don’t really care about showing off and the TX technically would be more expensive to maintain in the long run compared to the GH and I like and prefer the easier car to maintain (also cuz I have 2 Toyotas already). The one thing I don’t like about the GH is that the rear turn signal and brake lights are combined into one, not sure why but I’m not a fan of that in most cars.
Honda Pilot is the best:
1. Cheaper than Highlander
2. 3rd rows seating much more comfortable
3. Performance
4. Mileage
I’m having a hard time convincing myself to buy something else.
Honda Pilot is set streal
Market shares
Real city mpg is 15mpg on the pilot …. Not good
@@highpeaks6542 it’s time to replace my Pilot. I’m looking for SUVs that has a 3rd row leg room of 32.5” or greater. I can’t afford a Escalade. VW Atlas reliability is very low. CX9 3rd row leg room is 29”.
Something near to $50k. Can you please suggest me some?
@@highpeaks6542 On my pilot, I’m getting 19/23 mpg (city/highways).
the cargo space behind the third row on the pilot is tight compared to the grand highlander. We will be a family of 5 come January and that's all we keep thinking about. Can we fit a stroller and a big luggage back there. Will we need 8 seats long term, probably because familiy comes to visit and you don't need a stroller in the years to come but the space will be there. Its our problem too with bench seating versus captains seats. I just got 3 seats to fit in Tesla Model 3 but we need a family SUV and all we keep coming back to is the Grand Highlander.
I've watched many comparison videos between these two models and this is the best of the best videos I've watched.
I've decided to buy the Lexus TX. It's priceless to put a smile on your face every time you get in the car.
Thank you.
Thanks so much!
Well said
Toyota made the TX knowing very well that it has a dealership markup problem. It was made to reduce dealership markups on the grand highlander. That’s why it’s only slightly better than the grand highlander, because why spend and do so much on a car that’s supposed to reduce markups?
Same for Honda making the Acura Integra despite only being slightly better, to reduce Civic Si markups (and Type R markups with the Type S). It’s also only slightly better than the Civic.
Is this some kind of new Japanese North American anti-markup strategy?
Late bloomer features that has already been out 6 years ago . The 2018 Chevrolet traverse has all of those feature. So it is nothing new on these new suv.
Don't forget the dealer markups with the Toyota. They will mark it up to be more expensive than the Lexus lol
Currently, I will be taking the Toyota Yaris second-hand as that is what I can afford. Thanks for asking xD.
Highander exterior looks better. Shameful for lexus. Lexus needs to hire some creative designers, and stop using toyota designers.
Tough one. I’ve got a deposit on a GH Limited AWD with the regular 2.4 turbo. No hybrid, but the TX 350 AWD base, is only about $3000 more, so given the longer warranty, and more sound isolation and comfort, I’m now leaning toward the Lexus…also, the dealership experience, is a plus. Own a Gx460 now.
Same boat. Test driving the TX this weekend so not sure which one to go with yet...
After 6 months of looking, I decided on the GH or the TX and now I cant buy either due to airbag recall. Mdx or pilot coming soon to me.
Unfortunately the hybrid is available only in F sport trim unless you spend a fortune on the PHEV.
Excellent comparison ! No brainer for me now to choose grander highlander over TX. My final decision now will be made between Grand Highlander and Palisade. Thanks this nice video ❤
If you get the Hyundai be sure you lease it don’t buy it
Get the Toyota, hyundai is trash!
Palisade wins every time
Thanks!
If you’re planning to keep the vehicle long term, Grand Highlander for sure!
I am taking the big body TX! A big body Lexus is just a vibe and worth it to me.
Great comparison 👍. It comes down to how much is your budget and willing to spend for comfort. When comparing same powertrain, HM vs 550h, the price difference is 12-15k. The question is: are the tangible ride comfort and a bit more luxurious interior, but less seating configuration worth that much money? I still dont know the answer 😊
Thanks!
Loving my 2024 Storm Cloud GH with Portabella interior. Paid MSRP, not over. those day are over. I have the 4 cylinder engine. Was thinking of waiting out for the pro max hybrid. Folks, the 4 cylinder has plenty of power especially in sport mode. 2K miles thus far. Driving from Scranton PA to Hartford CT on I84 with only one finger touching the wheel was great. The GH automation did most of the work. Love using 89 octane. Another thing I considered was that there is a Toyota dealership 10 minutes away from me were as the Lexus is 30 minutes away on a good day. Not the reason I picked the GH but something to consider.
How did you get MSRP? That's amazing. The Toyota dealer is charging my 71K out the door (markup) which is what the Lexus costs. I told them today to give me my 1K deposit back.
Of these two options in a video, I chose Toyota, so it's a hybrid. Reliability is similar, costs less, consumes significantly less fuel.
I would pick the Lexus TX
Great job will most likely get 350TX Lexus
Thanks guys. Your Lexus TX video helped me change my mind from the RX and this video confirmed I made the right choice after purchase over the Highlander. I appreciate the time you take to educate us on these cars.
Glad we could help!
Excellent comparison video. Thank you.
Grand highlander front looks like a fish 🐟 . Back looks like a stretch rav4. They should have just called it the grand rav4. It's not good-looking. How can you make a car thats supposed to look lik3 the highlander but better look like a stretch rav4. If I'm paying that type of money for this car which is 50k plus. I'm not trying to buy something that looks like a stretch 30k suv.
The Grand Highlander looks better.
Toyota dealers are so bad they all sell above msrp. Nobody lowered price for grand toyota highlander. They argued for 1k discount. I ended up buying new 2023 lexus gx460 premium in oct took 10k discount luv v8.
Toyota would never give 10k discount on any car.
Pretty meaningless as Lexus brand line should be better than Toyota otherwise how can they do business!? That’s how Toyota doing business. TX350 275ps vs 2.4 with Hybrid 362ps ?😂 everyone know the difference….. “ What’s going on! “😂
The front of the Lexus looks hideous
The most practical issue right now, particularly if buying pre-owned, is you won’t be able to find a GH Hybrid Max to save your life. And when you do, it’s more expensive than MSRP (just experienced this). So really if you want the vehicle within say less than 90 days, it’s really choosing between GH Gas Platinum and all the TX models. Which changes things.
I honestly don't understand why Toyota decided to put a very underwhelming engine in the Tx350. Makes no sense whatsoever.
I'd definitely stick to yhe Grand Highlander.
Millage - just starting to look at a new GH Hybrid or GHiHy to replace my 2012 Highlander. Great detail and info in the video, but you left out WHY the GHiHy MAX gets such awful mpg.
The Max is tuned for performance and towing. The MaX ICE engine is ALWAYS on to supply the 2nd e-motor.
The regular HiHy XLE / Limited has MUCH better mileage. Forget the MAX - The GHiHy is the one to get.
Grand Highlander is my choice!1
if you model out the cost difference in premium vs regular gas while also factoring in resale value + warranty differences, it’s not that big of a difference. I was really opposed to it but after seeing the numbers i was like meh, more a psychological thing.
Grand Highlander has $5,000 dealer markup and there are none available with the max hybrid platinum configuration. So Lexus is really the only option but again, few if any 500h available.
No Lexus dealerships in my area, closest one is 60 miles away...however they haveTX's of my preference on the lot...where a Grand Highlander you have to wait 4 months with an online order for it to be shipped to you.
I think I’m leaning towards Tx, just because it has much better space in the third row. In grand highlander, it’s hard for full size adult to sit in a back row.
Premium gas vs regular gas is a big cost factor too. If the 350 was available as a Hybrid, my decision would be easy.
The TX 350 Luxury Hybrid would be the easy choice. Moving up to 80k for the Tx 500h isn't worth the cost even if it is a Hybrid. Premium gas is still required. Nice review!! 👍
I recognize that Lexus says to use Premium gas, but I bet the engine can easily tune itself to run on the lower octane regular gas. I hope an expert will comment on this, because right now, where I am (SF Bay Area) the premium for premium (sorry :-)) is over $0.50 per gallon! Ouch!
I would probably opt for the GH. Im planning to use the car for my kids and dogs don't really need anything fancy.
The base 2.4 in the non-hybrid versions of the Lexus, can in fact run on Regular Unleaded, although premium is recommended.
Can you do Palisade Caligraphy vs Grand Highlander Hybrid Max ?
ohh this should be a good one. I just test out a GH today and a Kia telluride. I got to say.... the telluride is winning on alot of the things I'm looking for....and I currently own a 2017 Highlander Hybrid.
Just chose the grand Highlander. Couldn’t justify the price difference and really dislike the full width brake light. Didn’t get hybrid. Lexus almost won me with the audio but we do long trips only so often
Have Ford Flex Limited now, I see no reason to upgrade and spend sooo much money. The hybrid would be nice but ROI would never justify it. Space seems to be less on these also in the cargo area. I dont understand all the speakers, all a car neads in 4 sets of components(tweeter and a mid) and a REAL 10" or bigger subwoofer 500watt or so
Not crazy about the front grill in the TX. Not as bold as the GH.
Grand for value definitely, but having owned a Lexus their fit and finish are always superior.
They are the exact same vehicle. We add a few bells and whistles to the Lexus and install bigger front and rear bumpers. That’s really the only difference other than price.
Well my 2017 Highlander hybrid was recently totaled, due to individual turned in front of me. Anyway was looking to replace my 2017 hybrid (306 hp) with a other hybrid Highlander, but after many reviews of Toyota and Lexus hybrids, I’ve chosen Grand Highlander Platinum with Max engine (362hp) looks better ,better mpg, more hp, regular gas, and most importantly cheaper.
TX 350 screams and didn't move as fast as Grand Hybrid (not even Hybrid Max) ...I would choose Grand Highlander Hybrid, Limited 8 or 7 seater!!
Great video as always. Can you guys please help me and give good advice. We are playing to purchase either a grand Highlander hybrid limited or Lexus tx base awd. What do you think is the better long term 8-12 years vehicle thanks so much.
Grand Highlander
Grand Highlander SOMEHOW manages to look LESS like a "mom-mobile" than the Lexus.