2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs 2026 Toyota Highlander

$49,900 · Crossover

$45,270 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Range Rover Evoque and the 2026 Toyota Highlander is the $4,630 MSRP gap, with the Highlander starting at $45,270 against the Evoque's $49,900. Dimensionally, the Highlander is substantially larger, measuring 194.9 inches in length compared to the Evoque's 172.1 inches, offering a larger presence but less agility. Power metrics favor the Highlander slightly, boasting 310 lb-ft of torque versus the Evoque's 269 lb-ft, although the Evoque counters with slightly better fuel economy overall. The Highlander achieves 24 MPG combined running on regular unleaded, while the Evoque manages 22 MPG combined but requires premium fuel. Cargo space shows another notable difference: the Highlander offers 21.6 cu ft while the Evoque provides only 16 cu ft in its smallest configuration. These figures dictate suitability across different buyer profiles.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Toyota Highlander

The 2026 Highlander wins for commuters due to its superior 24 MPG combined rating utilizing less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Highlander

The 2026 Highlander provides significantly greater overall dimensions (194.9 inches long) and more usable cargo volume at 21.6 cu ft, catering better to family needs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Highlander

The 2026 Highlander offers superior performance metrics with 265 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, exceeding the Evoque's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Toyota Highlander

The 2026 Highlander undercuts the Evoque by $4,630 and uses regular unleaded fuel, yielding better overall ownership economics.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You prioritize a smaller, potentially more maneuverable vehicle footprint (172.1 inches in length).
Your budget strictly requires spending less on maximum horsepower and torque delivery (246 hp is sufficient).
You prefer the tighter turning radius implied by the Evoque's smaller overall dimensions.

Choose the Toyota Highlander if...

You need the maximum available power, evidenced by 310 lb-ft of torque versus the Evoque's 269 lb-ft.
You require the larger utility offered by 21.6 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You wish to avoid the recurring cost associated with 2025 Evoque's premium unleaded fuel requirement.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque	Toyota Highlander
Length	172.1"	194.9"
Width	-	76.0"
Height	64.9"	68.1"
Wheelbase	105.6"	112.2"

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	2
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	310 lb-ft @ 1700 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	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	21/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/477.9 mi.	375.9/501.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	17.9 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	8.0 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	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.0 in.	42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	59.0 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	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	57.2 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.0 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.4 in.	58.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
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	P235/65R V
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody 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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 2026 Toyota Highlander.

Which vehicle has better fuel economy and what fuel type do they require?

The 2026 Toyota Highlander leads with a 24 MPG combined rating using regular unleaded fuel. In contrast, the 2025 Range Rover Evoque achieves 22 MPG combined but specifically recommends premium unleaded, adding to its operational costs.

How does the cargo capacity compare between the Evoque and the Highlander?

The 2026 Highlander offers significantly more storage space at 21.6 cubic feet, whereas the 2025 Evoque provides 16 cubic feet. This represents a substantial 5.6 cubic feet difference in usable hauling capacity.

Is the Range Rover Evoque substantially smaller than the Highlander?

Yes, the size difference is significant; the Highlander is 194.9 inches long, making it 22.8 inches longer than the 172.1-inch Evoque. The Highlander is also taller at 68.1 inches versus 64.9 inches.

Which vehicle delivers more outright power based on the provided specifications?

The 2026 Highlander has the performance advantage, outputting 265 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Evoque trails slightly with 246 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque.

What is the primary cost differential when purchasing these two crossovers?

The 2025 Range Rover Evoque commands a $49,900 MSRP, which is $4,630 more expensive than the 2026 Toyota Highlander's starting price of $45,270.

Do both vehicles use the same drivetrain configuration?

Both models are equipped with all-wheel drive systems, though the Evoque utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission, while the Highlander uses an 8-speed automatic transmission.