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Toyota Highlander (2020) vs. Nissan Murano (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2020 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Nissan Murano specs.

2020 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year 2020 2009  
Model Toyota Highlander Nissan Murano  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
220 kW@6600
357 Nm@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
198 kW@6000
336 Nm@4000
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,850 mm 2,824 mm 0 mm
Length 4,950 mm 4,788 mm 0 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,882 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,702 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,964 kg 1,818 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 82 L -14 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,514 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,453 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,067 mm 1,107 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,514 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,448 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,041 mm 922 mm -921 mm
Headroom, Row 3 917 mm 0 mm 917 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,397 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,158 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 704 mm 0 mm 704 mm
Total Legroom 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 453 L 923 L -470 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,371 L 32.6 -31.6 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,387 L 2,311 L 0 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota Highlander

2020 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
With each redesign (for 2008, 2014, and 2020) Toyota has enlarged the Highlander, yet the crossover's third-row seat remains uncomforably low and tight. For adults to be even passably comfortable in the way-back the second row must be slid forward, rendering legroom there also marginal. Some three-row crossovers have much roomier and more comfortable third-row seats. But if you want to be able to squeeze in eight people, Highlanders with a second-row bench can do this. Because they have significantly narrower third-row seats, the Ford Explorer and Kia Sorento cannot fit three people back there even in a pinch, so in hybrid form the former has a maximum capacity of seven people and the latter only six. (The Sorento PHEV will be able to seat seven.) This noted, if you want your adult passengers to have plenty of room, the practical capacity of each is four people. see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota Highlander

2020 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2020 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The 3rd row seating is just not for adults at all, and I'm not certain that children would be easy to fit back there as well. I'm not sure what Toyota was thinking, even making the 2020 longer didn't make any difference at all. My one complaint is it is just TOO SMALL! see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Murano

2009 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
The power driver seat and tilting/telescopic steer wheel puts you in perfect driving position- I felt that the RAV-4s steering wheel was always too far away. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Very comfy for the long hauls. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Grown up 6'ish sons, there's plenty of room for them in back. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Well fitted comfortable seat with quality leather and plenty of adjustments. 2 Seat memory makes minimizes readjustment with 2 drivers and allows for easy exit and entrance. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
There is plenty of room in the front seat area. It feels open and spacious. Tall drivers might find they would like a little more headroom or the ability to lower the seat another inch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
The rear set is large and fairly comfortable with plenty of leg room and easy access. The rear seat backs recline, making them more comfortable for travel. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Fully adjustable , lumbar, heated leather. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Very roomy and comfortable. Heated seats add a nice touch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Slghtly less leg room for 2nd row passenger see full Nissan Murano review
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Overall, the seat is too soft. The seatback is completely lacking in lateral support and the cushion is too short with no thigh support. It’s fine for around town driving, but tiring after just an hour of highway travel. The lumbar support is decent, b see full Nissan Murano review
 
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