Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sportage | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 177 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 109.8 in | -1.3 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 188.4 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 75.2 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.1 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3713 lb. | 4508 lb. | -795 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.2 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 59.5 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 38.3 in | 3 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 | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.6 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.6 | 42.3 ft3 | -2.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.1 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sportage.
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 |