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2011 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Kia Spectra Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Spectra | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 102.8 in | 7 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 171.3 in | 17.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 68.3 in | 6.9 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 57.9 in | 10.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3946 lb. | 2844 lb. | 1102 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 55.1 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 52.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 53.9 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.4 in | 2.9 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) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 32.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 18.3 | 24 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 42.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2011 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 2009 Kia Spectra
| 2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
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