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2009 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Honda Insight Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Honda Insight | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 100.4 in | 9.4 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 172.3 in | 16.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 66.7 in | 8.5 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 56.2 in | 11.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3847 lb. | 2723 lb. | 1124 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 8.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 52.7 in | 7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 51.6 in | 5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 35.9 in | 4.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 50.4 in | 9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 48.7 in | 7.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 33.5 in | 4.8 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) | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 15.9 | 26.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | 63.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Honda Insight
| 2011 Honda Insight Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
For my 6-3 height, I had plenty of leg room. see full Honda Insight review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The seats are form fitting and feel like sports car seats with a lot of side support and back support. see full Honda Insight review |
| 2011 Honda Insight Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Rear seat is super uncomfortable to get in and out of if you are tall. see full Honda Insight review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
For tall people, its a no go. Did not like it one bit and had to think about this short fall if I ever wanted to carry friends. Luckly I normally drive alone see full Honda Insight review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
This is a glaring issue with the Insight. Leg room is for children and my head hits the roof and a little bit of the rear hatch. There is a warning sticker about making sure go watch the heads of your rear seat passengers when closing the hatch. see full Honda Insight review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Poor head room for tall people. see full Honda Insight review |
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