Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Verano | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 109.8 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 188.4 in | -4.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.2 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 68.1 in | -9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3550 lb. | 4045 lb. | -495 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.6 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.7 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.7 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.2 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 59.5 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 56.5 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.3 in | -3.6 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.3 | 42.3 ft3 | -28 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -81.1 ft3 |
2015 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'3. With the seat all the way back I can't reach the pedals. I really don't need to say more. see full Buick Verano review |
2015 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If you're tall, prepare for cramping if you have anyone needing to sit behind you. I cannot explain the lack of room here. With my seat in my long range riding position (as far back as I can go with my feet still reaching the pedals) there is 1 and a half inches between the edge of the back seat and the kneeboard on the back of the drivers seat. There is no human capable of putting their leg behind that. see full Buick Verano review |
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 |