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Toyota RAV4 (2021) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2021 Toyota RAV4 and 2012 Toyota Highlander specs.

2021 Toyota RAV4 and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2021 2012  
Model Toyota RAV4 Toyota Highlander  
Engine 2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
176 hp@5700
163 lb-ft@3600
3.5L V6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
234 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.9 in 109.8 in -3.9 in
Length 180.9 in 188.4 in -7.5 in
Width 73.0 in 75.2 in -2.2 in
Height 67.0 in 68.1 in -1.1 in
Curb Weight 3710 lb. 4641 lb. -931 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -4.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.5 in 40.6 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 59.7 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.3 in 56.7 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 43.2 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 40.1 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 59.5 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.7 in 56.5 in -8.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 38.3 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.3 in -36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.2 in -29.2 in
Total Legroom 78.8 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -31.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 37.6 ft3 10.3 ft3 27.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.6 42.3 ft3 -4.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 0.0 95.4 ft3 -95.4

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Toyota RAV4

2021 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2020 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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