Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@3000 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 109.8 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 206.5 in | 188.4 in | 18.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 75.2 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 68.1 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4630 lb. | 4508 lb. | 122 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 56.7 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.2 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 59.5 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.4 in | 56.5 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 38.3 in | 4 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 | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.4 | 42.3 ft3 | -25.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -79 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom 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 |
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 |