Model Year | 2019 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,890 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,925 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,057 kg | 1,785 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 75 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,123 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 955 mm | 20 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 912 mm | 932 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,158 mm | 1,128 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 704 mm | 795 mm | -91 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,802 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 391 L | 258 L | 133 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,048 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,053 L | 0 L |
2019 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seating is just not for adults at all, and I'm not certain that children would be easy to fit back there as well. I'm not sure what Toyota was thinking, even making the 2020 longer didn't make any difference at all. My one complaint is it is just TOO SMALL! see full Toyota Highlander review |
2018 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |