Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 286 hp@6000 254 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.2 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 190.7 in | -2.3 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.4 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 57.3 in | 10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4641 lb. | 4190 lb. | 451 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.0 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 57.3 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.5 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 37.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 55.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.1 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 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) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 14.3 | 28 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 81.1 ft3 |
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 |
2015 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review |
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