| Model Year | 2024 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru WRX | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,643 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,826 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,496 kg | 1,745 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 63 L | 73 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,019 mm | 931 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 973 mm | -46 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 354 L | 292 L | 62 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.5 | 1,198 L | 11.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 | 2,701 L | 10.5 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru WRX.
| 2009 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |