Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 109.8 in | 0 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 190.2 in | -1.8 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.8 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.5 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4400 lb. | -421 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 57.8 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.5 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.7 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 57.8 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.7 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 32.9 in | 5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 34.3 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 57.7 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 43.3 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 29.3 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2015 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both the Toyota and Jeep have roomy second-row seats that are high enough off the floor to provide thigh support for adults. Only the Toyota offers an optional third row seat, but it's too tight to be of much use. If you want a useful third row in this sort of vehicle, check out the Dodge Durango. The Durango is essentially an extended, less off-road-capable Grand Cherokee. Its third-row seat is about as comfortable as you'll find in this size SUV or crossover. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
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