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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 104.7 in | 5.1 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 181.1 in | 7.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 71.5 in | 3.7 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 66.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 3680 lb. | 586 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 57.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 55.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.4 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 52.6 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 43.3 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 30.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 22.4 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 RAV4
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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