Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 91.7 in | 18.1 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 157.3 in | 31.1 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 67.7 in | 7.5 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 49.0 in | 19.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 2542 lb. | 1503 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.4 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 53.2 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 50.6 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 43.1 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 0.0 in | 40.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 0.0 in | 59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 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) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 67.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 5.3 | 37 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 90.1 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 |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |