Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
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 | 3,216 mm | 2,789 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,156 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,923 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,661 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,190 kg | 1,935 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 73 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,532 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,440 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 973 mm | -54 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 922 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,341 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 742 mm | 81 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 292 L | 141 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,195 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,407 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |