The 2024 Chevy Traverse and 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander are popular SUVs thanks to their cool designs, great performance, and large interiors. However, you may be wondering what model is best for you. Let’s look at the main features of each model to help you make a better decision.
Key Points
- The Traverse has a more athletic vibe while the Grand Highlander is more modern.
- Both SUVs have similar cargo and legroom dimensions.
- Each SUV has advanced tech and safety features.
- The Traverse’s MSRP range is about $39,000–$56,000
- The Grand Highlander’s MSRP range is about $43,000–$59,000.
Did the 2024 Traverse change a lot?
The 2024 Traverse did change its design, engine performance, and technology. The Traverse’s exterior is bolder, and its dynamic look still stays true to its iconic design. A popular trim is the Z71 trim thanks to its 18-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, and a slightly lifted suspension for off-road adventures. However, if you want a more athletic vibe, the RS trim has 22-inch wheels, black exterior trimming, and a performance-tuned suspension. With great choices like these, you are likely to find a trim that matches your needs.
What are the main features of the 2024 Grand Highlander?
The main features of the 2024 Grand Highlander are its large interior space and great engine options. Since the 2024 Highlander is a new addition to Toyota’s model lineup, we get to see what the new SUV offers. The Grand Highlander, given its name, is a bigger version of the standard Highlander. With more space than ever, the Grand Highlander can seat seven or eight passengers with ease, and the third-row passengers get more legroom than the front or second row passengers. Nevertheless, the Grand Highlander has great technology, engines, and design that are sure to capture your attention.
What is the Traverse’s cargo space like?
The 2024 Traverse has these cargo and legroom figures:
Cargo Space
- Behind third row: 22.9 cubic feet
- Behind second row: 56.6 cubic feet
- Behind first row: 97.6 cubic feet
Legroom
- Third row: 32.1 inches
- Second row: 41.5 inches
- First row: 44.3 inches
These dimensions give the Traverse a lot of interior space. With its three rows, the Traverse can seat seven or eight passengers, depending on seating arrangement, with ease. Plus, you can get second-row captain’s chairs if you want. Furthermore, you'll have plenty of cupholders and storage bins throughout the SUV.
The main attraction of the Traverse is its large cargo space; you get over 97 cubic feet of space with the second and third rows folded down. This space is greater than most SUVs in its class; however, the Grand Highlander also offers 97 cubic feet of cargo space as well. But the Traverse still has plenty of space that would be great for a large family or for taking a group of friends for daily drives or long road trips.
The Traverse’s tech includes a 17.7-inch touchscreen with an 11.0-inch digital gauge cluster. With Google software, the Traverse has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and six USB ports. Optional features you can get are a wireless charging pad and Wi-Fi hotspot.
How big is the cargo space of the 2024 Grand Highlander?
The 2024 Grand Highlander has these cargo and legroom figures:
Cargo Space
- Behind third row: 20.6 cubic feet
- Behind second row: 57.9 cubic feet
- Behind first row: 97.5 cubic feet
Legroom
- Third row: 41.7 inches
- Second row: 39.5 inches
- First row: 33.5 inches
Because of these dimensions, the cabin of the Grand Highlander is very roomy, and it is way bigger than the standard Highlander model. With three rows of seating, the third row is big enough to seat full-grown adults with plenty of space. You can get two full benches in the back or do captain chairs for the second row.
Depending on your configuration, you can seat either seven or eight people in the Grand Highlander. Other great features include heated/ventilated front seats, heated second row seats, heated steering wheel, power-lift tailgate, second-row window shades, USB ports, and power outlets. The higher up you go in trim levels, the interior gets fancier.
The Grand Highlander’s trims get a 12.3-inch touchscreen that has Toyota newest software; however, you can get the standard 7.0-inch digital gauge display or the 12.3-inch digital gauge display if you get the Limited or Platinum trims. All trims get a wireless charging pad for the smartphone, but the 11-speaker JBL stereo is only available with the Limited and Platinum trims.
How much horsepower does the 2024 Traverse have?
The 2024 Traverse has 315 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque with its 2.5-liter turbo I4 engine. This new engine has replaced the old 3.6-liter V6. Though the engine is smaller, it still has great power and can tow up to 5,000 pounds with its eight-speed automatic transmission, and it gets a fuel economy of 20/27 mpg.
So, this engine competes well with the first engine option of Grand Highlander with power and fuel economy, and it also competes well in terms of power with the Grand Highlander’s second engine.
The Traverse’s safety has these standard features:
- Forward collision alert
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane-keep assistance
- Lane-departure warning
- Following distance indicator
- High-beam assist
- Front braking for pedestrians and bicyclists
- Rear-park assist
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear-cross traffic braking
- Automatic steering intervention
- Adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera
- Traffic-sign recognition
- Side bicyclist alert
- Rear pedestrian alert
- Reverse automatic braking
For those wanting hands-free driving, the Super Cruise feature is available.
How much horsepower does the new Grand Highlander have?
The Grand Highlander has these horsepower figures with its engine options:
- 265 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque with the 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder (21/28 mpg)
- 245 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque with the 2.5-liter hybrid four-cylinder (37/34 mpg)
- 362 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque with the 2.4-liter turbo hybrid four-cylinder (26/27 mpg)
The first engine uses an eight-speed automatic transmission, the second engine uses a CVT, and the third engine uses a six-speed automatic transmission. The first two engines are standard with FWD, but they can be paired to be in AWD; however, the third engine is only available in AWD. As for towing, the first and third engine can tow up to 5,000 pounds, but the second engine can only tow up to 3,500 pounds.
As for safety, the Grand Highlander has these features:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane-Keeping Assistance
- Road-Sign Recognition
- Automatic High-Beams
- Blind-Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross-Traffic Monitoring
- Front And Rear Parking Sensors with Automatic Braking (Optional)
- Front Cross-Traffic Monitoring (Optional)
- 360-Degree Camera (Optional)
These features will keep you safe and protected while on the road.
How much does a 2024 Traverse cost?
The 2024 Traverse has these MSRPs:
- LS — $39,495
- LT — $41,395
- Z71 — $47,795
- RS — $55,595
The prices of each trim can increase if you get additional or optional features.
How much does a 2024 Grand Highlander cost?
The 2024 Grand Highlander has these MSRPs:
Gas
- XLE — $43,320
- Limited — $48,110
- Platinum — $53,795
Hybrid
- Hybrid XLE — $45,020
- Hybrid Limited — $51,410
- Hybrid MAX Limited — $54,390
- Hybrid MAX Platinum — $58,475
The prices of each trim can increase if you get a hybrid, a different exterior color, or any other additional features that can increase the price.
Final Point
The main attractions for the Traverse are its large interior space, big touchscreen, and cool exterior design.While the Grand Highlander does offer more engine options the Traverse is loaded with technology and safety features. The Traverse is at a lower price point so there is a lot less stress on your budget than the Grand Highlander. Your new SUV is waiting for you at Schoner! Contact us if you have any questions or want more information.