Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Toyota Highlander | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 109.8 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 188.4 in | -13.7 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 75.2 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 68.1 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3300 lb. | 3946 lb. | -646 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.7 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.2 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.1 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 59.5 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 38.3 in | -5.3 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 | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 42.3 ft3 | -28.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -81.6 ft3 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
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 |