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Chevrolet Uplander (2008) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2012 Toyota Highlander specs.

2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Chevrolet Uplander Toyota Highlander  
Engine 3.9L V6
OHV-2v
240 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4800
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.1 in 109.8 in 11.3 in
Length 204.4 in 188.4 in 16 in
Width 72.0 in 75.2 in -3.2 in
Height 72.1 in 68.1 in 4 in
Curb Weight 4470 lb. 4045 lb. 425 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.0 gal. 19.2 gal. 5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.6 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.9 in 59.7 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.8 in 56.7 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.9 in 43.2 in -3.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 40.1 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.2 in 59.5 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 61.6 in 56.5 in 5.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.9 in 38.3 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 36.3 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 48.6 in 55.0 in -6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.3 in 42.3 in 6 in
Legroom, Row 3 36.2 in 29.2 in 7 in
Total Legroom 115 in (over 3 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 26.9 ft3 10.3 ft3 16.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 74.1 ft3 42.3 ft3 31.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 136.5 ft3 95.4 ft3 41.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander

2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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