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2011 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,910 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,835 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 60 L | 13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 818 mm | 155 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) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 215 L | 77 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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