Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
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 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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