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2008 Buick Enclave and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Buick Enclave | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6600 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 109.8 in | 9.1 in |
| Length | 201.8 in | 188.4 in | 13.4 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 75.2 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 72.2 in | 68.1 in | 4.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4985 lb. | 4266 lb. | 719 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 59.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 56.7 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 59.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 56.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 36.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 55.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 42.3 in | 6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.2 in | 4 in |
| Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Buick Enclave
| 2008 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
roomy seating for eight, ease of access to third row seat is better than others I have looked at. see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better than most see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long seat base and 8 way power heated seats. see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Available third row with 60/40 split. More leg room than Toyota Highlander. see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy & Comfortable see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Access to the third seat is best in class, as is the rear seat comfort. (and I tried all the large crossovers) see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
True 7 passenger seating unlike most of the competing vehicles see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has the room of my old Chrysler long-wheelbase minivan see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat room is ample see full Buick Enclave review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomy, we have had 6 adults (total) in the car many times, even the third row passengers are comfortable, with the exception of possibly leg room if you are tall. But in no way do you feel squished. see full Buick Enclave review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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