Toyota Highlander (2014) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2019) Specs

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2014 Toyota Highlander and 2019 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2019
Model	Toyota Highlander	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.8 in	111.4 in	-1.6 in
Length	191.1 in	191.5 in	-0.4 in
Width	75.8 in	72.4 in	3.4 in
Height	68.1 in	57.1 in	11 in
Curb Weight	4233 lb.	3580 lb.	653 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gal.	16.4 gal.	2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	38.4 in	2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.3 in	57.1 in	2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.2 in	56.1 in	1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	44.2 in	42.2 in	2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.9 in	37.1 in	2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	59.6 in	55.5 in	4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.1 in	56.1 in	1 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.4 in	38.7 in	-0.3 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)	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	29.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.8 ft³	14.8 ft³	-1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	42.3 ft³	14.8	27.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.7 ft³	14.8 ft³	68.9 ft³

2014 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Toyota replaced the 2013 Highlander's rear struts with control arms to enable a three-inch-wider third-row seat, and then used the extra space to cram in a third seating position. So if you need seats for eight people, only the Highlander will do in this threesome. A top-of-the-line Santa Fe only seats six. Other eight-pass options include the Honda Pilot and GM's large crossovers. But those three people best be small, as the Highlander doesn't have nearly as much rear legroom as the Pathfinder or the Santa Fe. To fit children of even middling size in the third row it's necessary to slide the second row well forward. The second row seat cushion is mounted too low for adult comfort. The Nissan's second row suffers from a similar shortcoming, but the Hyundai's does not. see full Toyota Highlander review

2014 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

2019 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
2019	The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2019 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2019	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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