Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 232 kW@5850 441 Nm@3900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,785 mm | 4,798 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,935 kg | 2,189 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 80 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,516 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,097 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,511 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 879 mm | 94 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 902 mm | 20 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 | 765 mm | -23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 292 L | 249 L | 43 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,198 L | 1,226 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,701 L | 2,410 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 |
2010 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |