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Ford Explorer (2021) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

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2021 Ford Explorer and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2021 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Toyota Highlander  
Engine 3.3L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
213 kW@6500
353 Nm@4000
3.5L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
183 kW@6000
317 Nm@4800
 
Transmission 10-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,025 mm 2,789 mm 1 mm
Length 5,050 mm 4,785 mm 1 mm
Width 2,004 mm 1,910 mm 1 mm
Height 1,775 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,336 kg 2,105 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 73 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,034 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,570 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,504 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,074 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,029 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,572 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,501 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 991 mm 973 mm 18 mm
Headroom, Row 3 988 mm 922 mm 66 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,387 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,039 mm 1,074 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 818 mm 742 mm 76 mm
Total Legroom 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 515 L 292 L 223 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,356 L 1,198 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,486 L 2,701 L 0 L

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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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