Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Fiat 500 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@5500 183 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 90.6 in | 19.2 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 139.6 in | 48.8 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 64.1 in | 11.1 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 59.8 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 2583 lb. | 1462 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 10.5 gal. | 8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 49.4 in | 10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 47.9 in | 8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.7 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 35.6 in | 4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 46.4 in | 13.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 42.6 in | 13.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 31.7 in | 6.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 72.4 in (over 2 rows) | 38.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 9.5 | 32.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |
2015 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 review |