Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura TLX | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 109.8 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.3 in | 188.4 in | 1.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 75.2 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 68.1 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3748 lb. | 4266 lb. | -518 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.6 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 56.7 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 43.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.1 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 59.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 38.3 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.2 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -82.2 ft3 |
2015 Acura TLX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
While the Acura TLX's exterior dimensions roughly split the difference between the TSX's and the TL's, its interior dimensions are quite close to the more compact of the two. Compared to the Honda Accord, rear seat legroom is down a substantial four inches despite a shared wheelbase. Shoulder room and rear headroom also suffer reductions, of about an inch in each case. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with a little room to spare. Passengers six feet and up will feel cramped, if they fit at all. The Lincoln is also weak in this area. If others an inch or two more rear knee room than the TLX, but less rear headroom. see full Acura TLX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura TLX.
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |