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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Toyota Highlander Mazda Mazda6  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,785 mm 4,920 mm 0 mm
Width 1,910 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,471 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,835 kg 1,609 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 70 L 3 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,516 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,097 mm 1,080 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,019 mm 947 mm -946 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,511 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 973 mm 965 mm 8 mm
Headroom, Row 3 922 mm 0 mm 922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,074 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 742 mm 0 mm 742 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 292 L 470 L -178 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,198 L 16.6 -15.6 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,701 L 16.6 -14.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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