Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander (2025)
Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander (2025)
Posted on January 18, 2025
SUVs are easily one of Canada's most popular vehicle types right now due to their go-anywhere capabilities, storage capacity and family-friendly features. The Lexus TX 500h takes it to another level of luxury with 366 horsepower, 5000 lbs towing capacity, extravagant interior and high-end technologies.
This powerful full-size hybrid SUV can seat up to six passengers with three rows of seats and plenty of storage space. Experience peace of mind with a blend of All-Wheel Drive handling and driver-centric technology, making your journey as pleasant as possible.
Let’s compare this luxury SUV to a competitor - the reliable Toyota Grand Highlander! In this blog, we’ll compare the performance, pricing, and dimensions of both cars. If you want to know if the Lexus TX 500h is right for you, keep reading.
Lexus TX 350 Ultra Luxury Night Fall Mica
Compare Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander: Grades
Firstly, let’s compare the available grades and trims for these full-size SUVs. It’s important to note that the Lexus TX comes in both gas and hybrid powertrains, the Lexus TX 350 (gas) and Lexus TX 500h (hybrid).
Lexus TX 350 Grades
- Luxury
- Ultra Luxury
- Executive 7-Pass
- F SPORT 3
- Executive 6-Pass
- F SPORT 3 + Towing Hitch
Lexus TX 500h Grades
- F SPORT Performance 2
- F SPORT Performance 2 + Towing Hitch
- F SPORT Performance 3
- F SPORT Performance 3 + Towing Hitch
Toyota Grand Highlander Gas Models
- XLE AWD
- Limited AWD
Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Models
- XLE AWD Hybrid
- Limited AWD Hybrid 7-Pass
- Limited AWD Hybrid 8-Pass
- Platinum AWD Hybrid
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum in Storm Cloud
Learn: How To Choose Between a Lexus Hybrid vs Gas Model
Compare Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander: Starting Prices
To ensure a fair comparison, we’ll measure the performance of two base hybrid models: the 2025 Lexus TX 500h and the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid.
Base models:
TX 500h F SPORT Performance 2 starting price: $87,795 MSRP*
Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid starting price: $57,834.94 MSRP
Top-of-the-line models:
TX 500h F SPORT Performance 3 + Towing Hitch starting price: $94,941 MSRP
Grand Highlander Platinum Hybrid starting price: $69,419.94 MSRP
*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
There is a fair bit of difference between the TX 500h and the Grand Highlander Hybrid in price, as the Lexus full-size SUV is a luxury vehicle with added features and guest amenities included. The gas model, TX 350 Luxury, starts at only $72,350 MSRP.
Lexus TX 500h F Sport Performance in Celestial Silver Metallic
Compare Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander: Performance
The Lexus TX can take you anywhere you need to go thanks to its DIRECT4 All-Wheel Drive System, turbo engine and sporty Macpherson Strut Front Suspension.
2025 Lexus TX 500h
Engine: 2.4L 4-cylinder Turbo engine + Lexus Hybrid Drive
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Power: 366 horsepower
Drivetrain: DIRECT4 AWD System
Towing capacity: 5000 lbs
Fuel efficiency: 8.7/8.4 L/100km (city/highway)
Fuel tank: 64L
Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance in Incognito
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid
Engine: 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve D-4S Dual-Injection with VVT-iE and VVT-i
Transmission: Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
Power: 243 horsepower
Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Towing capacity: 3501 lbs
Fuel efficiency: 6.6/7.4 L/100km (city/highway)
Fuel tank: 65L
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum in Storm Cloud
The Lexus TX Hybrid blows the competition out of the water with its impressive 366 horsepower and 5000 lbs towing capacity. In comparison, the Grand Highlander delivers just 243 horsepower and 3501 lbs towing capacity. However, while the TX does have excellent fuel efficiency, the Grand Highlander does slightly better for fuel consumption overall.
Looking for a vehicle with off-roading capabilities? Read: How To Choose Between Lexus TX and Lexus GX
Compare Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander: Dimensions
If you’re a family that needs a vehicle with plenty of cargo space and three-row seating, we have good news. Keep reading for our exterior and interior dimensions comparison of both SUVs.
2025 Lexus TX 500h
Seating: 6
Length: 5170mm
Width: 1989mm
Height: 1781mm
Cargo capacity: 572 L
Gross vehicle weight: 6316.2 lbs
Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Interior in Birth F SPORT Nuluxe
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid
Seating: 8*
Length: 5114mm
Width: 1989mm
Height: 1781mm
Cargo capacity: 586 L
Gross vehicle weight: 6285.0 lbs
*While the Toyota Grand Highlander can seat up to eight passengers, it’s important to note that the Limited AWD and Platinum configurations can only seat up to seven passengers.
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum Cabin in Black
To sum up, the Lexus TX 500h is a bigger vehicle with a length of 5170mm and a weight of 6312.2 lbs compared to the Grand Highlander Hybrid with 5114mm and 6285 lbs. Although they differ in size, both three-row SUVs have relatively similar cargo space capacities at 572 L and 586 L. That fits a whole lot of gear and groceries!
Did you know: that the Lexus TX 500h has Captains Seats for the second and third rows? And whether it’s toasty or chilly outside, you can stay comfortable with heated and ventilated front and 2nd-row seats. The Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid has 2nd-row bench seating instead.
Read: Lexus 3-Row SUV: Should You Choose the TX, GX or LX?
Compare Lexus TX 500h vs Toyota Grand Highlander: Technology
High-quality technology makes the difference between a good car and a great one. Step inside the driver-focused Lexus TX cockpit and experience luxury. With a 12.3-inch multi-information display, a standard Lexus interface with a 14-inch Multimedia Touchscreen Display, and driver controls like the available head-up display, Lexus technology makes every drive better.
2025 Lexus TX 500h
- Lexus Assistant
- Wireless Android Auto Compatability
- Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability
- Lexus Interface with 14” HD Touchscreen Display
- 12 speakers
- 21-speaker Mark Levinson Premiere Surround System (available on F SPORT Performance 3 models)
- Digital Key & Garage Door Opener
- Smart Key w/Push Button Start
- Power Back Door with Kick Sensor
- Wireless Charger
- 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Heated & Ventilated Front & 2nd Row Seats
- Heated Power Folding Mirrors
- Head-Up Display (available on F SPORT Performance 3 models)
- Driver Monitor Camera (available on F SPORT Performance 3 models)
- Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Lexus TX 350 in Wind Chill Pearl
Learn more: Unlock The Future With Lexus Safety And Technology
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid
- 6 Speakers
- 11 Speaker JBL Audio System (available on Limited AWD and Platinum model upgrades)
- 12.3'' Toyota Multimedia Display
- Power Door Locks & Rear Door
- Integrated Garage Door Opener
- Qi-Compatible Wireless Charging Tray with Light Indicator
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- 7" Multi-information Display
- Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
- Star Safety System
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum Interior in Black
Many amenities, like a Head-Up Display and a Power Back Door with a Kick Sensor, are unavailable on the base Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid model. If you’re interested in extra features, an upgrade to the Limited AWD or Platinum models is necessary.
Drive in Luxury with Lexus South Pointe
If you’re ready for your next luxury vehicle, our team at Lexus South Pointe is here to help. Not only do we have plenty of brand-new luxury vehicles on-site, but we also have a wide selection of pre-owned cars available for sale.
Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance in Incognito
Enjoy various guest amenities, like our golf simulator and nail salon, while you get your vehicle detailed and serviced. Lexus South Pointe is proud to be your high-end one-stop shop.