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Subaru Forester (2020) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

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2020 Subaru Forester and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2020 2012  
Model Subaru Forester Toyota Highlander  
Engine 2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
182 hp@5800
176 lb-ft@4400
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission CVT 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 109.8 in -4.7 in
Length 182.1 in 188.4 in -6.3 in
Width 71.5 in 75.2 in -3.7 in
Height 67.5 in 68.1 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 3449 lb. 4266 lb. -817 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.6 gal. 19.2 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.2 in 40.6 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 59.7 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 56.7 in -56.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.3 in 43.2 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.6 in 40.1 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 59.5 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.5 in -56.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in 38.3 in 1.1 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 82.7 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -28 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.4 ft3 10.3 ft3 25.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 35.4 42.3 ft3 -6.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 76.1 ft3 95.4 ft3 -19.3 ft3

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2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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