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Hyundai Elantra (2013) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Toyota Highlander specs.

2013 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Hyundai Elantra Toyota Highlander  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 109.8 in -3.5 in
Length 178.3 in 188.4 in -10.1 in
Width 69.9 in 75.2 in -5.3 in
Height 56.5 in 68.1 in -11.6 in
Curb Weight 2701 lb. 4045 lb. -1344 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.8 gal. 19.2 gal. -6.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.6 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 59.7 in -3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 56.7 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 43.2 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 40.1 in -3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 59.5 in -4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 56.5 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.1 in 38.3 in -5.2 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 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -34 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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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra

2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 0 Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra 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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