Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 109.8 in | 0 in |
Length | 188.4 in | 188.4 in | 0 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.2 in | 0 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 68.1 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 4508 lb. | 4641 lb. | -133 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 59.7 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.7 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 43.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 40.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 59.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 55.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |