Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Jeep Patriot | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 103.7 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 173.8 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 69.2 in | 6 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 65.5 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3293 lb. | 885 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 54.3 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 52.3 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.6 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 54.0 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 51.0 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 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) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 23.0 | 19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 53.5 ft3 | 41.9 ft3 |
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 |
2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |