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Mercedes-Benz CLA (2014) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2012 Toyota Highlander specs.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz CLA Toyota Highlander  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,630 mm 4,785 mm 0 mm
Width 1,778 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,438 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,480 kg 1,790 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 73 L -18 L
Headroom, Row 1 970 mm 1,031 mm 969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,422 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,440 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,021 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 904 mm 1,019 mm 903 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,351 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,435 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 688 mm 973 mm -285 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 922 mm -922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,397 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,074 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 742 mm -742 mm
Total Legroom 1,709 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 371 L 292 L 79 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 13.1 1,198 L 12.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 2,701 L 11.1

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The CLA's rear legroom stat, a very low 27.1 inches, suggests that adults won't even fit in back. But this stat under-represents reality. At 5-9, I could just manage to site behind myself. More than the limited amount of room, I minded the highly constricted view out. The coupe-like roof line takes a big cut out of the rear side windows. Unlike in the C-Class, the front seats largely block rear seat passengers' view forward. Suffer from claustrophobia? Best avoid the CLA. But, it's a coupe, so what did you expect? see full Mercedes-Benz CLA review
 

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2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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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