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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 180 kW@6000 306 Nm@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,676 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 1,824 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 75 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 935 mm | 38 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 884 mm | 38 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,133 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 795 mm | -53 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 283 L | 9 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 968 L | -967 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,214 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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