Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 112 kW@5700 206 Nm@4400 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 317 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,661 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,844 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,674 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,780 kg | 2,105 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 73 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 1,019 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,242 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 973 mm | -28 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,087 L | 292 L | -291 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 | 1,198 L | 37.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,078 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
2018 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Toyota RAV4.
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 |