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2009 Audi A3 and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Audi A3 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 109.8 in | -8.3 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 188.4 in | -19.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 75.2 in | -5.7 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 68.1 in | -12.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 4266 lb. | -606 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.6 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.7 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.2 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.1 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 59.5 in | -6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 38.3 in | -3.5 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 | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -40.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A3
| 2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 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 |
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