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Toyota Highlander (2012) vs. Toyota 4Runner (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Toyota 4Runner specs.

2012 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Toyota 4Runner Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
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
 
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 189.9 in -1.5 in
Width 75.2 in 75.8 in -0.6 in
Height 68.1 in 71.5 in -3.4 in
Curb Weight 4045 lb. 4400 lb. -355 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 24.0 gal. -4.8 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
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
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2011 Toyota 4Runner

2011 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review
 
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