Although, the recent evaluation of Toyota on the Internet is not very optimistic, inferior parts, complaint list regulars, inflated prices and so on. But there is one thing to say, Toyota is still an insurmountable god in the field of medium and large SUVs. Whether it is the release of fuel or new energy medium and large SUVs, it will usher in the pursuit of many car owners.
Today, Uncle Che will take Toyota's two hottest medium and large SUVs - Toyota Highlander and Lexus RX as an example to show Toyota's dominance in the field of medium and large SUVs, and also by the way, for all the riders to choose a more comprehensive strength of the model. Among them, the 2022 Toyota Highlander was listed in June last year, and the price range is 268,800 to 348,800 yuan. The 2021 Lexus RX was launched in March last year and is priced at 509,000 to 756,000. Next, let The car uncle take you to see the specific product performance of these two models.
Because of the difference in price between the two models, the car uncle did not compare the difference in configuration, but set his sights on the design and power output of the two models. Among them, in terms of appearance. The appearance of the 2022 Toyota Highlander is built on the GK-K platform under the TNGA architecture, with obvious family characteristics, using a blackened trapezoidal grille + oblique long split headlights, and the visual tension is not as passionate as the new forces.
In addition, it is also equipped with a black protruding front shovel and an embedded fog lamp, and the overall visual effect is not stunning at first glance, but it is more durable.
The performance of the side and tail is also "flat", which adopts the design concept of the traditional SUV, suspended roof, tough through waistline, matrix split headlights and large size diffuser, the overall visual performance is not prominent, but it will not have a sense of tackiness.
In terms of size, the 2022 Highlander has a length, width and height of 4965/1930/1750 mm and a wheelbase of 2850 mm. Compared with the 2021 model, the length has increased by 75 mm, the wheelbase has increased by 60 mm, and the ride and storage space can easily meet the dream of domestic users in large space.
In contrast, the exterior design of the Lexus RX is more radical. The iconic spindle grille, combined with the diamond-shaped middle mesh, forms a three-dimensional visual experience. Split matrix headlights, deflector slots on both sides, and fog lamps together form the front face structure of the "X" shape, which has good recognition.
Sideways, the standard "crossover coupe" style is adopted. The suspended roof, the multi-fold waist, and the blackened windows that blend in with the rear of the car make the side the best angle to admire.
In terms of size, the Lexus RX has a length, width and height of 4890 (5000)/1895/1710 (1720) mm and a wheelbase of 2790 mm. This size data does not have many advantages, especially compared to the Highlander with a huge price difference. However, the positioning of medium and large SUV can also ensure the comfort of the Lexus RX in space.
The tail echoes the front face, and the two-color matrix headlights, the flat structure of the "X" shape, and the exhaust gas of the two sides form a strong geometric aesthetic.
From the appearance point of view, both models have the "moderate" texture of Japanese models. At first sight, it is not amazing, but it is better than being attractive and can be versatile with various user groups. From the perspective of the car uncle, the exterior design of the Lexus RX is more online, and the integration of young elements is more detailed.
In terms of power, toyota Highlander will be equipped with a hybrid system consisting of a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine and an electric motor. Among them, the two-wheel drive version is equipped with a front-mounted single motor, and the maximum power of the engine is 183 kW and the maximum torque is 238 N·m. The maximum power of the electric motor is 182 hp, the total torque of the electric motor is 270 N·m, and the combined fuel consumption of NEDC is 5.3 L/100 km.
The all-wheel drive version will be equipped with dual motors, a maximum engine power of 183 kW, and a maximum torque of 238 N·m. The maximum power of the electric motor is 237 horsepower, the total torque of the electric motor is 391 N·m, and the combined fuel consumption of NEDC is 5.8L/100 km.
In contrast, Lexus will also offer two power configurations. Among them, the 300 version will be equipped with a 2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged 8AR-FTS engine with a maximum power of 170 kW and a peak torque of 350 N·m, matching the 6AT gearbox, and the comprehensive fuel consumption of NEDC is 9L/100 km.
The 450 version will be equipped with a 3.0T four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine + dual motor design, with a maximum power of 230 kW, a peak torque of 335 N·m, a system combined power of 230 kW, and a nedc comprehensive fuel consumption of 7 L/100 km.
Uncle Che summed up
There is a saying that the uncle still feels that the Toyota Highlander is more cost-effective. It is not inferior to the Lexus RX in appearance and space, although the power performance is slightly inferior to the Lexus RX, but considering the price gap between the two, this small problem can be ignored.
In addition, after the hybrid system support, Toyota Highlander will not only have a more brilliant performance in power, but also more in line with current needs in fuel consumption. In contrast, the fuel consumption of lexus RX is somewhat high, and just looking at the data feels that the wallet is particularly tight. In summary, if you do not consider the brand advantages of Lexus, the uncle of the car is still more recommended to buy Toyota Highlander.