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Kia Sportage (2015) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Sportage and 2011 Toyota Highlander specs.

2015 Kia Sportage and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2015 2011  
Model Kia Sportage Toyota Highlander  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1850
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 109.8 in -5.9 in
Length 174.8 in 188.4 in -13.6 in
Width 73.0 in 75.2 in -2.2 in
Height 64.4 in 68.1 in -3.7 in
Curb Weight 3585 lb. 4266 lb. -681 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -4.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.6 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 59.7 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 56.7 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 43.2 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 40.1 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 59.5 in -4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 56.5 in -7.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.9 in 38.3 in -0.4 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 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -31.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 26.1 ft3 10.3 ft3 15.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 26.1 42.3 ft3 -16.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.6 ft3 95.4 ft3 -40.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Sportage

2015 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV Seats are just not comfortable for any trips lasting more than an hour. I'm 6'1 and my wife is 5'6" and we both found the seats to be uncomfortable on long trips see full Kia Sportage review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2011 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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