2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

$49,900 · Crossover

$44,210 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Range Rover Evoque captivates with its compact luxury styling and 246 hp, offering a truly premium feel starting at $49,900. In stark contrast, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid dominates practicality, leveraging an impressive 36 combined MPG while still delivering 245 hp. The Evoque is diminutive at 172.1 inches long, emphasizing nimble urban maneuvering, while the Toyota boasts massive scale and efficiency, making its $5,690 lower MSRP especially compelling against the Range Rover’s premium badge. Though the Evoque has slightly more max cargo space at 21.6 cubic feet versus the Toyota's 20.6 cubic feet, the Highlander's vastly superior fuel economy—a 14 MPG difference—and regular unleaded fuel requirement make it the champion for long-term, cost-conscious drivers. Performance is closely matched on paper, but the efficiency gap is monumental.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid's exceptional 36 combined MPG makes it the superior choice for daily, cost-effective driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

While both are crossovers, the Toyota's significantly larger dimensions (72.1 inches tall) likely offer superior passenger volume than the Evoque’s compact footprint.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The Evoque's 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission and premium AWD setup suggest a more engaging and performance-tuned driving dynamic than the standard CVT in the Toyota.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota undercuts the Evoque's price by $5,690 and offers nearly double the fuel economy, providing exponentially better long-term value.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You prioritize style and badge prestige over outright efficiency and size, demanding the classic Range Rover aesthetic.
You prefer a traditional geared automatic transmission paired with your 246 hp engine output.
Your driving environment benefits from the Evoque's shorter 172.1-inch length for easier city parking.

Choose the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid if...

Fuel cost savings are paramount, leveraging the 36 combined MPG and use of regular unleaded fuel.
You need maximum usable interior volume, indicated by the Toyota's greater overall height (72.1 inches) and length (201.4 inches).
Your budget favors a lower initial purchase price, saving $5,690 compared to the Evoque’s $49,900 MSRP.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque	Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Length	172.1"	201.4"
Width	-	78.3"
Height	64.9"	72.1"
Wheelbase	105.6"	116.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	—
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	245 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	—
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	37/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	36 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/477.9 mi.	636.4/584.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	17.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Infotainment Display	11.4 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	12	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	41.5 in.
Front Leg Room	40.0 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	60.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	56.5 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.0 in.	39.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.4 in.	58.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	R18	255/65R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid.

How much more spacious is the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid than the Evoque?

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is substantially larger, measuring 201.4 inches long compared to the Evoque's 172.1 inches, making it a genuine three-row contender. Although cargo capacities are close (20.6 cu ft vs. 21.6 cu ft), the Toyota’s overall physical size suggests a more accommodating cabin for passengers.

Is the Evoque's premium fuel requirement worth its performance edge over the hybrid?

The Evoque requires premium unleaded for its 246 hp output, while the Grand Highlander Hybrid runs happily on regular unleaded while achieving 36 combined MPG. For most drivers, the Toyota's 14 MPG advantage outweighs the Evoque's slightly higher horsepower rating.

Which vehicle offers a better transmission for spirited driving?

The 2025 Range Rover Evoque utilizes a responsive 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, which typically provides a more connected feel than the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid’s continuously variable-speed automatic (CVT).

What is the exact dollar savings when choosing the Toyota over the Land Rover?

The price difference is a significant $5,690, with the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid starting at $44,210 and the Evoque beginning at $49,900.

Does the Evoque handle highway driving significantly better due to its AWD setup?

Both vehicles feature All-Wheel Drive, but the Evoque's shorter wheelbase and design philosophy prioritize agile handling, whereas the Toyota focuses on maximizing efficiency across its longer 201.4-inch frame.

How does the torque rating compare between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Range Rover Evoque provides 269 lb-ft of torque, whereas the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid achieves 245 hp, but its torque figure is not specified; however, the hybrid system likely offers strong initial low-end acceleration.