| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 231 hp@5800 215 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 186.2 in | 4.9 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 72.6 in | 3.2 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 66.1 in | 2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4860 lb. | 4365 lb. | 495 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 55.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.2 in | 42.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.4 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 0.0 in | 45.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.3 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -24.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 38.3 | 4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Toyota Highlander.
| 2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |