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2012 Toyota Highlander and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.7 in | 3.1 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 188.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 71.7 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 59.7 in | 8.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3512 lb. | 533 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.7 in | 55.7 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 41.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.5 in | 54.6 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -25.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 35.8 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | 33.7 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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