Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 115 kW@6000 190 Nm@5000 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 156 kW@5600 287 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,581 kg | 2,045 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 73 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,019 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 973 mm | -69 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 450 L | 292 L | 158 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 1,198 L | 14.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 2,701 L | 13.9 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Optima.
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |