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Toyota Highlander (2017) vs. Nissan Quest (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Nissan Quest specs.

2017 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Nissan Quest Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Toyota Highlander Nissan Quest  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
295 hp@6600
263 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 118.1 in -8.3 in
Length 192.5 in 200.8 in -8.3 in
Width 75.8 in 77.6 in -1.8 in
Height 68.1 in 71.5 in -3.4 in
Curb Weight 4370 lb. 4367 lb. 3 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 20.0 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 42.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.3 in 64.5 in -5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.2 in 57.3 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.2 in 43.8 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.9 in 41.6 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 63.2 in -3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.1 in 66.0 in -8.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.4 in 36.7 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.9 in 40.0 in -4.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 61.2 in -6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.6 in 49.6 in -4 in
Legroom, Row 3 27.7 in 40.5 in -12.8 in
Total Legroom 110.3 in (over 3 rows) 121 in (over 3 rows) -10.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.8 ft3 35.1 ft3 -21.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 63.6 ft3 -21.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 108.4 ft3 -24.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Toyota Highlander

2017 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2018 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Quest

2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
. see full Nissan Quest review
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review
 
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