2025 Highlander vs 2025 Outlander in Augusta

2025 Highlander vs 2025 Outlander

Searching for a three-row SUV that's built for busy mornings, after-school chaos, and weekend escapes to Clarks Hill Lake or downtown Augusta? The 2025 Toyota Highlander and 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander both bring comfort and flexibility – but only one makes the cut when it comes to space, strength, and tech that just works for families around the CSRA.

At Milton Ruben Toyota, we’ve lined them up side by side – so you can see why the Highlander is the SUV your crew will be glad you chose.

Interior Comparison

Step into the 2025 Highlander, and you're greeted with space that makes every seat a good one. Choose between a second-row bench or captain’s chairs, and stretch out with room to breathe – even in the third row. Add optional leather-trimmed seats, available panoramic moonroof, and up to 84.3 cubic feet of cargo space, and you’ve got a cabin that works just as hard as you do.

The Outlander has style points with quilted leather and upscale touches, but that third row? It’s tight. Good for the kids, not so much for teens or adults. Cargo space tops out at 64.3 cubic feet, meaning you’ll have to get selective with your gear when all rows are filled.

2025 Toyota Highlander	2025 Mitsubishi Outlander
Rows: Three Max Seating: Eight Max Cargo Capacity: 84.3 Cubic Feet Upholstery Options: Cloth Upholstery (Standard) / Synthetic and Genuine Leather Upholstery (Optional)	Rows: Three Max Seating: Seven Max Cargo Capacity: 64.3 Cubic Feet Upholstery Options: Cloth Upholstery (Standard) / Synthetic Leather Upholstery, Genuine Leather Upholstery (Optional)

Power & Performance

When it comes to performance, the 2025 Highlander doesn’t hold back. With 265 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque from its turbocharged 2.4-liter engine, it’s built to move – whether you’re merging onto I-520 or pulling a trailer out to Strom Thurmond Lake. Its 5,000-pound towing capacity gives it serious weekend potential.

Meanwhile, the Outlander’s 2.5-liter engine is efficient, but only brings 181 horsepower to the table. It’s fine for errands and commuting, but towing maxes out at 2,000 pounds – and the CVT transmission isn’t quite as responsive under load.

2025 Toyota Highlander	2025 Mitsubishi Outlander
Max Towing Capacity: 5,000 Pounds Base Engine: Turbocharged 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Horsepower: 265 Torque: 310 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission	Max Towing Capacity: 2,000 Pounds Base Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Horsepower: 181 Torque: 181 lb-ft Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT)

Tech & Entertainment

Whether it’s back-to-school playlists or road trip navigation, the Highlander is packed with smart tech features. Every model gets wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, five USB ports, and an optional 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a crystal-clear JBL® 11-speaker audio system.

Outlander’s tech is solid, with an available 12.3-inch screen and a premium Yamaha sound system. You’ll need to jump to higher trims for wireless phone integration, and not every trim gets the same smooth interface.

2025 Toyota Highlander Top Technology Features	2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Top Technology Features
Infotainment Screen Options: 8-inch Touchscreen (Standard), 7-inch digital instrument display (standard) / 12.3-inch Touchscreen (optional), 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Display (optional) Audio System Options: Six-Speaker Stereo (standard) / 11-speaker JBL® Premium stereo system (optional) Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ (standard) Five USB Ports (standard)	Infotainment Screen Options: 12.3-inch Touchscreen (Standard), 7-inch Driver Information Display (Standard) / 12.3-inch Digital instrument cluster (Available) Audio System Options: Eight-Speaker Yamaha Stereo (standard) / 12-Speaker Yamaha Stereo (available) Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ (standard)

Safety Features

Peace of mind is baked into the Highlander thanks to Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0. It includes a full suite of intuitive safety features – from adaptive cruise control and lane tracing assist to pedestrian detection and traffic sign recognition. It’s all standard.

The Outlander offers MI-PILOT Assist with comparable features, but Toyota’s system is more refined and better integrated, giving you a smoother, more confident driving experience around Augusta or on I-20.

2025 Toyota Highlander Standard Safety Features	2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Standard Safety Features
Forward Collision Warning Forward Automatic Emergency Braking Pedestrian Detection Adaptive Cruise Control Lane-Departure Warning Lane-Keep Assist Lane-Trace Assist Traffic-Sign Recognition Automatic High-Beam Headlights Rearview Camera Blind-Spot Monitoring Rear Cross-Traffic Alert	Forward and Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking Pedestrian Detection Automatic High-Beam Headlights Driver-Attention Monitoring Blind-Spot Monitoring Rear Parking Sensors Rearview Camera Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Lane-Departure Warning Forward Collision Warning Lane-Change Assist Rear-Seat Alert

Milton Ruben Toyota’s Bottom Line

The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander has some nice touches, but when you stack it up next to the Highlander, it’s clear who comes out ahead. The Highlander gives Augusta families more of what matters: more power, more space, more comfort, and smarter safety.

Ready to upgrade your daily drive? Come to Milton Ruben Toyota and test drive the 2025 Highlander today. We’ll help you find the right trim for your lifestyle and get you on the road with confidence.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.