| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 231 hp@5800 215 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.8 in | 2.4 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 191.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 75.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 68.1 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 4860 lb. | -726 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.3 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.2 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 44.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.9 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 59.6 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 57.1 in | -5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.4 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.6 in | -45.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.7 in | -27.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Lexus GS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Toyota Highlander.