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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 109.8 in | 16.8 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 188.4 in | 14.6 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 75.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 68.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 4178 lb. | 651 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 59.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 43.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 40.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 59.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 36.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 55.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 29.2 in | 3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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