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Toyota Highlander LE
Suv · Gasoline
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Kia Telluride LX
Suv · Gasoline
Toyota Highlander LE
Car A
Toyota Highlander LE
Built for large families and road trips, the Highlander LE emphasizes reliability and safety while delivering eight seats, 487 L of cargo space, and efficient 8.1 combined consumption at good value for its segment. It is less compelling for performance driving or tight-city use.
8 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety8.1 L/100km295 hp
Kia Telluride LX
Car B
Kia Telluride LX
The Kia Telluride LX is a 7-seat family-focused choice that leans into reliability, safety, and space for large families and road trips. Strong 277 hp performance and a 603-liter trunk help on long hauls, while its 10.6 combined consumption and size are less ideal for dense city use.
7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesimilar pricestrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 81 / 86
City 34 / 30
Budget / value 61 / 60
Road trip 65 / 67
Performance 30 / 29
Cargo 42 / 46
Practical 56 / 58
Premium 34 / 33
Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Toyota Highlander LE · Orange = Kia Telluride LX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Toyota Highlander LE Kia Telluride LX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Toyota Highlander LE

  • Seats up to 8 with a practical 487 L trunk for family duty
  • Reliability and safety are key priorities in its positioning
  • Efficient for its class at 8.1 combined consumption, helpful on long trips
  • Priced around 35,000, it offers good value in its segment

Kia Telluride LX

  • Seats 7 with a generous 603-liter cargo area for family gear and luggage
  • Good value in its segment at a price of 34,990
  • Emphasis on reliability and safety suits family priorities
  • 277 hp and 350 Nm provide confident passing; 0-100 km/h in 8.0 s

Verdict

Pick Toyota Highlander LE if…
Best fuel economy
Toyota Highlander LE uses 8.1 L/100km vs 10.6 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Telluride LX if…
Performance & capability
Kia Telluride LX is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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