2023 Toyota Highlander vs. 2023 Kia Telluride
2023 Toyota Highlander
vs 2023 Kia Telluride in Memphis, TN
The new 2023 Toyota Highlander is stylish, assertive and ready for adventure. Its bold exterior design and luxurious cabin combine to make this one of the most desirable SUVs on the market. The Toyota Highlander can be equipped with seating for either seven or eight people, and the seats fold down to reveal 84.3 cubic feet of cargo space when you need it.1 Since both the second and third rows have a 60/40 split, you can customize your cabin’s seating and cargo configuration for whatever your day holds (and whoever you want to bring along for the ride). Want to tow with your Toyota Highlander? This SUV has you covered with a massive 5,000 pounds of maximum available towing capacity.2 No matter where you drive, you can do so with confidence, thanks to standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+.3 This suite of safety and driver assistance features includes a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and more. This is just the beginning of all this model has to offer, so why settle for less? You’ll be ready for anything with the new 2023 Toyota Highlander.
Are you also considering the all-new 2023 Kia Telluride? Take a look at how it compares to the new 2023 Toyota Highlander in the table below.
2023 Toyota Highlander | 2023 Kia Telluride | |
|---|---|---|
Best Available EPA-Estimated mpg | 22 city/29 highway4 | 20 city/26 highway5 |
Available as a Hybrid |  |  |
Maximum Torque | 310 pound-feet | 262 pound-feet |
Available Leather-Trimmed Seats | | |
Standard 60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Third-Row Seats | | |
Best Available Sound System | 11-Speaker JBL® Premium Audio including subwoofer and amplifier6 | Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System with 10 speakers7 |
No-Cost Maintenance for 24 Months or 25,000 Miles8 | | |
Though these SUVs share some similarities, the new 2023 Toyota Highlander offers more to love than the all-new 2023 Kia Telluride. This is especially true for drivers who want great fuel efficiency since the Toyota Highlander offers the best available EPA-estimated mpg in this match-up — and it’s also available as a hybrid if you want to reduce your carbon footprint even further. Want a responsive SUV that can haul with ease? Choose the Toyota Highlander, which comes standard with 310 pound-feet of torque. Inside, both models offer available leather-trimmed seats (for ultimate comfort while driving) and standard 60/40 split-folding and reclining third-row seats (which your passengers will love). Both SUVs also offer available premium sound systems, but with one extra speaker, the Toyota Highlander has the advantage — so you can look forward to impeccable sound when you pick this model.
There’s no denying how impressive the new 2023 Toyota Highlander is — and as the cherry on top, ToyotaCare comes with it! If you choose the Toyota Highlander, you’ll enjoy no-cost maintenance for 24 months or 25,000 miles (whichever comes first).8 Visit our dealership for a test drive today!
If you’re interested in becoming the proud owner of a new 2023 Toyota Highlander, give us a call, or stop by our dealership at 4601 Hutton Way, Memphis, TN 38116 for a test drive today. We look forward to serving our customers from Southaven, Whitehaven and the Goodman Road area.
1Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Always properly secure cargo and cargo area.
2Never tow beyond a vehicle’s published towing capacities. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. Follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual.
3Toyota Safety Sense™ effectiveness is dependent on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. Drivers are responsible for their own safe driving. Always pay attention to your surroundings and drive safely. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.
4EPA-estimated 22 city/29 highway/25 combined mpg rating for 2023 Highlander L FWD, LE FWD, XLE FWD, XSE FWD, Limited FWD and Platinum FWD; EPA-estimated 21 city/28 highway/24 combined mpg rating for 2023 Highlander L AWD, LE AWD, XLE AWD, Limited AWD and Platinum AWD. 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. As of 4/13/2023.
5Front-wheel drive (FWD) models. EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition.
6JBL® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.
7Harman Kardon® and Clari-Fi™ are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
8ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24-hour Roadside Assistance is included for two years, unlimited mileage (note: bZ4X, Mirai, Prius & Prius Prime include enhanced ToyotaCare and/or Roadside Assistance). Roadside Assistance limits towing distances and locations and does not include parts and fluids, except emergency fuel delivery for certain vehicles. Excludes rental company fleet sale vehicles. See your Toyota dealer for additional restrictions and exclusions. Valid only in the continental U.S.