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Lexus RX (2008) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Lexus RX and 2011 Toyota Highlander specs.

2008 Lexus RX and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Lexus RX Toyota Highlander  
Engine 3.3L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
209 hp@5600
212 lb-ft@3600
3.5L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
234 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission CVT CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 109.8 in -2.9 in
Length 186.2 in 188.4 in -2.2 in
Width 72.6 in 75.2 in -2.6 in
Height 66.1 in 68.1 in -2 in
Curb Weight 4365 lb. 4641 lb. -276 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 19.2 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.6 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 59.7 in -1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.6 in 56.7 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 43.2 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 40.1 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 59.5 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.5 in -1.4 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 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -31.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 38.3 ft3 10.3 ft3 28 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 38.3 42.3 ft3 -4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 84.7 ft3 95.4 ft3 -10.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus RX

2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review
 

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

2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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