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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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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 | 4641 lb. | 4508 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 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 |
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