Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota GR86 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@7000 184 lb-ft@3700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 109.8 in | -8.4 in |
Length | 167.9 in | 188.4 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 75.2 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 51.6 in | 68.1 in | -16.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2831 lb. | 4178 lb. | -1347 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.0 in | 40.6 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 59.7 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.2 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 40.1 in | -6.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 59.5 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 38.3 in | -8.4 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 | 71.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -39.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.3 | 42.3 ft3 | -36 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.3 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -89.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Toyota GR86.
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 |