Chevrolet Cruze (2016) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

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2016 Chevrolet Cruze and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2016	2012
Model	Chevrolet Cruze	Toyota Highlander
Engine	turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@2000	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	109.8 in	-3.5 in
Length	183.7 in	188.4 in	-4.7 in
Width	70.5 in	75.2 in	-4.7 in
Height	57.4 in	68.1 in	-10.7 in
Curb Weight	2835 lb.	4045 lb.	-1210 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.7 gal.	19.2 gal.	-5.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	40.6 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	59.7 in	-4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	56.7 in	-3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	43.2 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	40.1 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	59.5 in	-6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	56.5 in	-4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.1 in	38.3 in	-2.2 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	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	-32.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	10.3 ft³	4.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.8	42.3 ft³	-27.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.8 ft³	95.4 ft³	-80.6 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	The old Chevrolet Cruze, like the Ford Focus, had a rear seat on the tight side even by compact sedan standards. According to the specs, the new one has only gained a few tenths of legroom. But the improvement feels much larger. Chevrolet claims that rear knee room (not a standard spec) has increased by two inches, and this aligns much better with my perceptions. Some competitors, including the Honda Civic, continue to offer more rear seat space. But the new Cruze's back seat could be the most comfortable in the class for two average-sized men. With a position well above the floor, the rear seat cushion provides much better thigh support than the typical sedan, much less the typical compact sedan. The Civic has a lower rear cushion and insufficient foot space under its front seats, squandering its on-paper legroom advantage. Up front the Cruze has comfortable seats (though, like those in the Civic, without adjustable lumbar support) but shoulder room typical of a compact car. The Civic has two more inches of shoulder room and feels more like a midsize sedan in the front seat. Both cars have good driving positions with reasonably compact instrument panels. In L and LS trim, the new Cruze has a 14.9-cubic-foot trunk, nearly identical to that of the new Civic and about as large as you'll find in the class. But the LT and Premier have a compact spare tire that reduces cargo volume to 13.6 cubic feet. Still pretty good. Next year both cars will also be available as hatchbacks. see full Chevrolet Cruze review

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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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