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2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,935 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 1,935 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 73 L | 3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,019 mm | 985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 922 mm | -23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 742 mm | 81 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 292 L | 195 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
| 2012 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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