2025 Toyota Highlander vs 2026 Buick Envision

$40,320 · Crossover

$41,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant measurable difference lies in powertrain performance, where the 2025 Toyota Highlander delivers 37 more horsepower (265 hp vs. 228 hp) and 52 lb-ft more torque (310 lb-ft vs. 258 lb-ft) than the 2026 Buick Envision. Despite its power advantage, the Highlander achieves a marginally better combined MPG rating of 25 versus the Envision's 24 MPG, though both require 22 MPG in city driving. The Highlander has a higher MSRP at $40,320 compared to the Envision's $41,000, a surprisingly small variance given the dimension differences. The Envision gains a substantial advantage in utility, boasting 25.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, significantly more than the Highlander's 16 cu ft. Furthermore, the Envision includes standard All-Wheel Drive with a 9-speed automatic, while the Highlander lists FWD with an 8-speed unit at its base $40,320 price point.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Highlander

The Highlander offers superior fuel efficiency on the highway with 29 MPG compared to the Envision's 28 MPG, optimizing long-distance travel savings.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Buick Envision

The Buick Envision provides 9.2 cubic feet more cargo space (25.2 cu ft vs. 16 cu ft), essential for family logistics.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Highlander

The Highlander's 265 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque vastly outperform the Envision's 228 hp and 258 lb-ft configuration.

💰 Best Value

2026 Buick Envision

The Envision offers standard AWD and significantly more cargo volume despite having a slightly higher MSRP and lower power output.

Choose the Toyota Highlander if...

Maximum acceleration is a priority, as the Highlander offers 265 hp.
You require the higher highway fuel economy rating of 29 MPG.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

Maximum utility is necessary, benefiting from 25.2 cu ft of cargo space.
All-wheel drive capability is required for driving conditions.
You prefer the slightly smoother shifting provided by the 9-speed automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Highlander	Buick Envision
Length	194.9"	182.7"
Width	76.0"	74.1"
Height	68.1"	64.6"
Wheelbase	112.2"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.4 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	265 hp @ 6000 rpm	228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	393.8/519.1 mi.	354.2/450.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.9 gal.	16.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Toyota	Buick
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Front Head Room	41.2 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.0 in.	56.7 in.
Front Hip Room	57.2 in.	55.1 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	6-way
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.7 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.0 in.	47.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/65R V	P235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	Buick
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Highlander and 2026 Buick Envision.

What is the primary difference in footprint between the 2025 Highlander and the 2026 Envision?

The Toyota Highlander is significantly larger overall, measuring 194.9 inches in length compared to the Envision's 182.7 inches. This size disparity translates directly to the cargo volume difference.

Does the superior fuel economy of the Highlander justify its lower torque rating?

The Highlander gets 25 combined MPG versus 24 combined MPG and uses regular fuel. However, its 310 lb-ft of torque is substantially higher than the Envision's 258 lb-ft, suggesting better immediate acceleration despite the marginal MPG edge.

Why does the 2026 Buick Envision recommend premium fuel?

While the specific reason is not detailed, vehicles recommending premium fuel often have higher compression ratios or tuning optimized for higher octane, which contrasts with the Highlander's use of regular unleaded.

How does the base drivetrain configuration differ between the two vehicles?

The standard 2025 Highlander comes with Front Wheel Drive and an 8-speed transmission. Conversely, the 2026 Envision specifies All-Wheel Drive paired with a 9-speed transmission in its listing.

Is the MSRP difference reflective of the feature differences?

The MSRPs are very close, with the Highlander at $40,320 and the Envision at $41,000. The Envision includes AWD and greater cargo volume for a slight premium, whereas the Highlander leads significantly in raw horsepower figures.

Which vehicle offers a more usable space metric for family needs?

The 2026 Buick Envision is the clear choice for space, offering 25.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The 2025 Toyota Highlander only provides 16 cubic feet in comparison.