Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

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2018 Subaru Forester and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2018	2012
Model	Subaru Forester	Toyota Highlander
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	109.8 in	-5.9 in
Length	180.9 in	188.4 in	-7.5 in
Width	70.7 in	75.2 in	-4.5 in
Height	66.4 in	68.1 in	-1.7 in
Curb Weight	3653 lb.	4266 lb.	-613 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	19.2 gal.	-3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	40.6 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	59.7 in	-2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	56.7 in	-2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	43.2 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	40.1 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	59.5 in	-3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.0 in	56.5 in	-3.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	38.3 in	-0.3 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	81 in (over 2 rows)	110.7 in (over 3 rows)	-29.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.4 ft³	10.3 ft³	24.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	34.4	42.3 ft³	-7.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	74.7 ft³	95.4 ft³	-20.7 ft³

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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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