| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| 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 245 hp@6000 234 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 | 188.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 75.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 68.1 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 4508 lb. | -374 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.6 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.7 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 43.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.1 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 59.5 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 56.5 in | -5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 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 | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -82.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus GS.
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |