Lexus ES (2018) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

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2018 Lexus ES and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2018	2011
Model	Lexus ES	Toyota Highlander
Engine	2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 156 hp@5700 156 lb-ft@4500	3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800
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.	4641 lb.	-1003 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

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

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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