Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse
Spacious, reliable, and above all, practical. The 2021 Toyota Highlander and the Chevy Traverse are formidable contenders in the midsize SUV segment. But which one is prepared to take on daily driving duties for you and your family?
Before you choose a vehicle for your Danvers, Peabody, or Salem, MA, drives, see how these two perform in a head-to-head matchup! Compare them in the categories that matter most to you.
Start your research here, and reach out to us at Ira Toyota of Danvers if you have any questions!
Highlander vs Traverse: MPG
With so much to do and so many places to go, you need an SUV with an efficient performance. How do the 2021 Highlander and Traverse fare in fuel economy?
As it turns out, the Toyota Highlander earns better gas mileage with up to an EPA-estimated 21 city/29 highway MPG.* By comparison, the Traverse earns just 18 city/27 highway MPG at its most efficient.
Do you dream of going green? The Highlander Hybrid is even more efficient with up to an EPA-estimated 36 city/35 highway MPG.* The Traverse lacks a hybrid option, so it can’t compete with the Toyota SUV in this area.
Highlander vs Traverse: Safety features
You and your family deserve a safer way to drive. Luckily, the Toyota Highlander and the Chevrolet Traverse are both aboard the safety train! Each one comes standard with a suite of driver-assist features to help respond to your surroundings and keep you out of harm’s way.
In the Highlander, you’ll have Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+. This comprehensive suite offers innovative safety through standard features such as:
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
While the Traverse offers similar features, you’ll need to upgrade if you want to add them to your ride. Only the Highlander makes them standard across all trim levels.
Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse: Interior
As 3-row SUVs, the 2021 Highlander and the Traverse provide plenty of space for up to eight people—or seven with available second-row captain’s chairs.
Inside, you’ll have all the tech you need to stay connected. These vehicles provide advanced infotainment systems with lots of standard conveniences, including:
- Touchscreen display: 8 inches in Toyota, 7 inches in Chevy
- Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® smartphone integration
- Bluetooth® wireless technology
We think you’ll like some of the premium features that can only be found in the Highlander, though. For instance, the available 12.3-inch touchscreen display makes it so much easier to see your maps and driving directions! The Traverse’s touchscreen tops out at just eight inches.
Toyota Highlander vs Chevy Traverse: Which One?
Across Danvers, Peabody, and Salem, Massachusetts, which midsize SUV will better serve you? We think families will prefer the 2021 Toyota Highlander, which offers better gas mileage and more standard safety features than the Traverse.
See if you agree. Schedule your test drive today at Ira Toyota of Danvers and learn how the Highlander handles the open road!
* EPA-estimated 21 city/29 hwy/24 combined mpg for 2021 Highlander; 20 city/27 hwy/23 combined for 2021 Highlander AWD; 36 city/35 hwy/36 combined mpg for 2021 Highlander Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
