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2009 Saturn AURA and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Saturn AURA | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 109.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 188.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 75.2 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 68.1 in | -10.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3529 lb. | 4641 lb. | -1112 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.7 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 56.7 in | -3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.2 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 40.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 59.5 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 56.5 in | -4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 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 | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 42.3 ft3 | -27.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -80.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn AURA
| 2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA 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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