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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2014 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 317 Nm@4800 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 119 kW@5500 209 Nm@4500 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,794 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,821 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,105 kg | 1,589 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 70 L | 3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 879 mm | 94 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 0 mm | 922 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 0 mm | 742 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 464 L | -172 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 16.4 | -15.4 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 16.4 | -14.4 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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