Audi Q7 (2018) vs. Toyota Highlander (2008) Specs

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2018 Audi Q7 and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2018	2008
Model	Audi Q7	Toyota Highlander
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,995 mm	2,789 mm	0 mm
Length	5,070 mm	4,785 mm	1 mm
Width	1,969 mm	1,910 mm	0 mm
Height	1,740 mm	1,730 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	2,240 kg	1,895 kg	1 kg
Fuel Capacity	85 L	73 L	12 L
Headroom, Row 1	975 mm	1,031 mm	974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,511 mm	1,516 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	0 mm	1,440 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,059 mm	1,097 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	986 mm	1,019 mm	985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,486 mm	1,511 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	0 mm	1,435 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 2	986 mm	973 mm	13 mm
Headroom, Row 3	912 mm	922 mm	-10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3	1,255 mm	1,397 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3	0 mm	1,074 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 3	742 mm	742 mm	0 mm
Total Legroom	2,786 mm (over 3 rows)	2,812 mm (over 3 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum	419 L	292 L	127 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	1,062 L	1,198 L	0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum	2,027 L	2,701 L	0 L

2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi Q7.

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD	The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2009	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review

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