Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 kW@4300 329 Nm@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 55 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 902 mm | 71 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 0 mm | 922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,397 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,074 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 0 mm | 742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 425 L | -133 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 15.0 | -14 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 1,303 L | 1 L |
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 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |