Lexus TX vs Toyota Grand Highlander
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-05 · Specs from the manufacturers and fueleconomy.gov
The short answer
The Grand Highlander is the value pick: it starts at $42,260 versus $57,340 for the 2027 TX, seats up to eight, and its hybrid rates up to 36 mpg combined versus 27 for the TX 500h. The TX is 1.7 in longer and its 366-hp TX 500h edges the 362-hp Hybrid MAX. Both use a 116.1-in wheelbase, hold about 20 cu ft behind the third row (20.2 vs 20.6) and tow 5,000 lb.
Key differences
- The Toyota Grand Highlander starts $15,080 lower (base MSRP $57,340 vs $42,260, before destination).
- The Lexus TX is 1.7 in longer (203.1 vs 201.4 in).
- The Toyota Grand Highlander seats up to 8; the Lexus TX seats up to 7.
- Best combined fuel-economy rating: 27 vs 36 mpg (Toyota Grand Highlander leads).
- Most powerful version: 366 hp (Lexus TX) vs 362 hp (Toyota Grand Highlander).
Lexus TX vs Grand Highlander specs side by side
| Lexus TX | Toyota Grand Highlander | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year compared | 2027 | 2026 |
| Base MSRP range (excl. destination) | $57,340–$74,010 | $42,260–$60,175 |
| Destination charge | $1,550 | Not published |
| Powertrains (hp / torque) | 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder: 275 hp / 317 lb-ft · 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder hybrid (TX 500h): 366 hp / 406 lb-ft | 2.4L turbo 4-cylinder: 265 hp / 310 lb-ft · 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid: 245 hp · 2.4L turbo Hybrid MAX: 362 hp / 400 lb-ft |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined) | TX 350 FWD: 21/27/23 mpg · TX 350 AWD: 20/26/23 mpg · TX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD: 27/28/27 mpg | 2.4T FWD (LE/XLE/Limited): 21/28/24 mpg · 2.4T AWD (LE/XLE): 21/27/23 mpg · 2.4T AWD (Limited/Platinum): 20/26/22 mpg · Hybrid XLE FWD: 37/34/36 mpg · Hybrid AWD: 36/32/34 mpg · Hybrid MAX AWD: 26/27/27 mpg |
| Seating | 6–7 | 7–8 |
| Cargo behind rear row | 20.2 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
| Max cargo (seats folded) | 97 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft |
| Max towing | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| AWD / 4WD | Available | Available |
| Length | 203.1 in | 201.4 in |
| Width | 78.3 in | 78.3 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 72.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in | 116.1 in |
| Ground clearance | Not published | 8 in |
- Lexus TX: Pricing from the 2027 TX release (MSRP incl. $1,550 DPH; subtracted here). TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid discontinued for 2027. TX 350 offered FWD or AWD (F SPORT Handling AWD only); TX 500h AWD only. Seating 7 on TX 350 Standard/Premium/Luxury, 6 on F SPORT Handling and TX 500h. Cargo 20.2 cu ft behind 3rd row / 57.4 behind 2nd / 97 max. Towing 5,000 lb (additional equipment required). Length 203.1 in (203.5 F SPORT grades). 500h hp/torque are total system output. Width as published on lexus.com (footnoted mirror note). Ground clearance not published. MPG are Lexus-published 2027 estimates (2027 not yet on fueleconomy.gov).
- Toyota Grand Highlander: 2026 model year (newest year with full specs on toyota.com). cargoBehindRearRowCuFt is behind the 3rd row (57.9 behind 2nd row; 97.5 behind 1st row). Seating 8 on LE and Hybrid LE, 7 on other trims. FWD on gas LE/XLE/Limited and Hybrid XLE; AWD on Platinum, other hybrids, and standard on Hybrid MAX. Hybrid system torque not published (engine 175 lb-ft), so null; Hybrid MAX 362 hp / 400 lb-ft as listed by Toyota. Towing 5,000 lb gas and Hybrid MAX, 3,500 lb hybrid. Destination charge not shown on the allowed Toyota pages (null). MPG are EPA ratings.
Reliability and known issues
Lexus TX
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Toyota Grand Highlander
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FAQ
Which is better, the Lexus TX or the Toyota Grand Highlander?
The Grand Highlander is the value pick: it starts at $42,260 versus $57,340 for the 2027 TX, seats up to eight, and its hybrid rates up to 36 mpg combined versus 27 for the TX 500h. The TX is 1.7 in longer and its 366-hp TX 500h edges the 362-hp Hybrid MAX. Both use a 116.1-in wheelbase, hold about 20 cu ft behind the third row (20.2 vs 20.6) and tow 5,000 lb.
Is the Lexus TX cheaper than the Toyota Grand Highlander?
The Toyota Grand Highlander has the lower starting price: the 2027 Lexus TX starts at $57,340 and tops out at $74,010, and the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander starts at $42,260 and tops out at $60,175. Those are base MSRPs before destination, from the manufacturers.
Is the Lexus TX bigger than the Toyota Grand Highlander?
The Lexus TX is 203.1 in long on a 116.1-in wheelbase; the Toyota Grand Highlander is 201.4 in on a 116.1-in wheelbase. Maximum cargo space is 97 vs 97.5 cu ft. Seating: 6–7 vs 7–8.
Which tows more, the Lexus TX or the Toyota Grand Highlander?
Both are rated to tow up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped.
Which gets better gas mileage?
Combined ratings: 23–27 mpg for the Lexus TX and 22–36 mpg for the Toyota Grand Highlander, depending on powertrain and drivetrain. Figures are EPA ratings from fueleconomy.gov, or the manufacturer's estimate where the EPA has not yet listed the new model year (see notes under the table).
Related comparisons
Sources
- Lexus Newsroom — 2027 TX release
- Lexus.com — 2027 TX specifications
- Lexus.com — 2027 TX specifications (page data)
- Toyota.com — 2026 Grand Highlander features & specs
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49889)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49890)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49938)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49939)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49888)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49935)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2026 Grand Highlander (49937)
"Not published" means the manufacturer has not released that figure for this model year; CarWhere does not estimate missing specs.
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