Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 5,174 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 2,197 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 83 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 935 mm | 38 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 960 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 843 mm | -101 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 691 L | -399 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,991 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 3,293 L | -1 L |
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 |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |