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2011 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 108.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 191.6 in | -3.2 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.5 in | -3.3 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 68.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 4550 lb. | -284 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 61.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.2 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 61.5 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 59.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 57.1 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 42.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 29.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2011 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Acura MDX
| 2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |
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