Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 220 kW@6600 357 Nm@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,890 mm | 5,019 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,925 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,982 kg | 1,620 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 70 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,123 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 953 mm | -952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,039 mm | 974 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 912 mm | 0 mm | 912 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 | 2,802 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 391 L | 408 L | -17 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 14.4 | -13.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 14.4 | -12.4 L |
2018 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |