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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Lexus ES (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Lexus ES specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Lexus ES Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Toyota Highlander Lexus ES  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,776 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,806 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,835 kg 1,624 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 70 L 3 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 935 mm -934 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 912 mm 61 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) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 416 L -124 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 14.7 -13.7 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 14.7 -12.7 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2011 Lexus ES

2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review
 
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