--- title: "Lexus TX vs. Toyota Grand Highlander: A spec-by-spec comparison" url: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2023/06/lexus-tx-vs-toyota-grand-highlander-a-spec-by-spec-comparison/" publisher: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk" content_signal: "search=yes, ai-input=yes, ai-train=no" author: "Jill Ciminillo" published: "2023-06-12T20:00:44+00:00" modified: "2025-07-23T15:11:57+00:00" image: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2024-Lexus-TX.jpg" --- # Lexus TX vs. Toyota Grand Highlander: A spec-by-spec comparison By Jill Ciminillo Published: 2023-06-12T20:00:44+00:00 Updated: 2025-07-23T15:11:57+00:00 ![Featured image]() With the reveal of the 2024 Lexus TX, it’s natural for people to draw some comparisons between it and [the Toyota variant]() since they are built on the same GA-K platform. Therefore, even though we only have [a limited spec release]() for TX so far, we figured it would be worth doing a quick Lexus TX vs. Toyota Grand Highlander comparo, so you can see where some of the differences are. ### **\[Related content: [Toyota Grand Highlander: As good as the Lexus TX?]()\]** While the sizes are generally the same, there are a couple big differences between the two vehicles. So, let’s dig in. ## **Powertrains & fuel economy** Perhaps the biggest difference in the Lexus TX vs. Toyota Grand Highlander comparison is going to be powertrains. While they share the base gas engine, and one of the hybrid powertrains, the TX gets a plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variant, while the Grand Highlander does not. This could be a huge selling point for carpoolers and commuters alike, as the TX will get about 33 miles of all electric range with a combined fuel economy rating of 30 MPG. That’s in addition to a huge power boost a 406 horsepower. ## **Wheels** Another big difference will be wheels. The base wheels on the Grand Highlander will be 18-inches, whereas TX starts at 20. And the TX goes up to 22-inches while the Grand Highlander stops at 20s. ## **![Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Highlander]()** ## **A tiny difference in size** Both vehicles have the same wheelbase, but other than that several of the measurments are just a little bit different. What we find really interesting is that though the TX is about 2 inches longer, it has less overall cargo volume by a tiny bit. Since we don’t have legroom and headroom specs yet for TX, it’s hard to say where that extra length went, but we’re guessing it went to passenger comfort not cargo capacity. Regardless, according to photos we saw during the press reveal, the TX will also be able to hold seven carry-on bags with the rear seats up. Full specs below. | | 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander | 2024 Lexus TX | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Platform | GA-K | GA-K | | | Horsepower | Gas: 265
Hybrid: 245
Hybrid MAX: 362 | Gas (350): 275
Hybrid (500h): 366
PHEV (550h+): 406 | | | Torque | Gas: 310 lb.-ft.
Hybrid MAX: 400 lb-ft. | Gas (350): 317 lb-ft
Hybrid (500h): 409 lb-ft
PHEV (550h+): n/a | | | Engines | Gas: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Turbo
Hybrid: 2.5- Liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid
Hybrid MAX: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbo Hybrid MAX | Gas: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Turbo
Hybrid: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbo hybrid
PHEV (550h+): 3.6-liter, V-6 plug-in hybrid | | | Estimated Fuel Economy (combined MPG) | Gas XLE/Limited FWD 24
Gas XLE AWD 23
Gas Limited/Platinum AWD 22
Hybrid XLE FWD/AWD 34
Hybrid Limited AWD 33
Hybrid MAX Limited/Platinum AWD 27 | TX 350: 21
TX 500h: 24
TX 550h+: 30 + 33 miles of EV range | | | Drivetrain | Gas: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD); Dynamic Torque Control AWD (All-Wheel Drive)
Hybrid: Electronic On-Demand AWD (All-Wheel Drive)
Hybrid MAX: Full-Time Electronic AWD (All-Wheel Drive) | TX 350: FWD/AWD
TX 500h: Direct4 AWD
TX 550h+: Direct4 AWD | | | Transmission Type | Gas: Direct Shift – 8AT, 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission
Hybrid: Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
Hybrid MAX: Direct Shift – 6AT, 6 speed automatic transmission | TX 350: 8-speed AT
TX 500h: 6-speed AT
TX 550h+: CVT | | | Wheels | XLE: 18-inch
Limited : 20-inch
Platinum : 20-inch | TX 350: 20-inch std., 22-inch available
TX 500h: 22-inch
TX 550h+: 22-inch | | | Wheelbase | 116.1 in. | 116.1 in. | | | Overall Length | 201.4 in. | TX 350: 203.1 in.
TX 500h: 203.5 in.
TX 550h+: 203.1 in. | | | Overall Width (w/o mirrors) | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | | | Overall Height (without antenna) | 70.1 in. | 70.1 | | | Seating Capacity | 7 or 8 | 7 or 8 | | | Cargo Volume | Front: 97.5 cu. ft.
Second: 57.9 cu. ft.
Third: 20.6 cu. ft. | Front: 97 cu. ft.
Second: 57.4 cu. ft.
Third: 20.1 cu. ft. | | | EPA Class | Midsize SUV | Midsize SUV | | ## **The bottom line** Looking at the Lexus TX vs. Toyota Grand Highlander specifications, you can definitely see where Lexus tried the most to stand out – in visual and powertrain arenas. We’ll be curious to drive the TX, but we anticipate it will be as much of a home run as the Grand Highlander was – if you can get over the grille. 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