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2011 Volvo V50 and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.8 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 178.0 in | 188.4 in | -10.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 68.1 in | -10.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 4045 lb. | -475 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.7 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.7 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.1 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.5 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 56.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 38.3 in | -3.9 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 | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -51.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo V50
| 2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 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 | ||
| 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 |
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