

Model Year | 2025 | 2024 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Carnival | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 310 lb-ft@1700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 121.7 in | -9.5 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 203.0 in | -8.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 78.5 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 68.5 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4155 lb. | 4376 lb. | -221 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 64.2 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.8 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.1 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 63.2 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 66.4 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.5 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.1 in | 38.6 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 59.5 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 50.4 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.0 in | 35.6 in | -7.6 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | -8.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 | -24.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.4 ft3 | 86.9 ft3 | -38.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.3 ft3 | 145.1 ft3 | -60.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2025 Toyota Highlander.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Kia Carnival.