Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Volkswagen Atlas | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 203 kW@6200 361 Nm@2750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,979 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 5,037 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 2,042 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 70 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,544 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 955 mm | 18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 973 mm | -51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 1,146 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 856 mm | -114 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,865 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 583 L | -291 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,572 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,741 L | 0 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas.