Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Scion tC | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6000 173 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.3 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 174.0 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 70.7 in | 4.5 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 55.7 in | 12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3110 lb. | 935 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 55.4 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 52.6 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.8 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 36.4 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 52.1 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 48.5 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 34.6 in | 3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 14.7 | 27.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | 60.9 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC review |