| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Lexus RZ | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
Electric 308 hp 321 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 56.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 189.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 74.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 64.4 in | 3.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 4564 lb. | -386 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.6 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 56.9 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.7 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 54.3 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 51.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.5 in | 0.8 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) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 31.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -23.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 34.1 | 8.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 95.4 ft3 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Lexus RZ.