Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 121.1 in | -11.3 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 200.6 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 76.0 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 72.4 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1102 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 58.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 40.3 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 40.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 58.9 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 38.2 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 50.5 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 34.2 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |