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2018 Lexus ES and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 156 hp@5700 156 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 109.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Length | 192.7 in | 188.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 75.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 68.1 in | -11 in |
| Curb Weight | 3638 lb. | 4508 lb. | -870 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 40.6 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 59.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.2 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 59.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 56.5 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 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 | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.2 | 42.3 ft3 | -27.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -80.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Lexus ES
| 2018 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Lexus ES
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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