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1. 2012 Highlander vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
july 2011
Updated 7/29/11
Look inside for detailed info about this
summary, important safety information and
disclaimers, and walkaround advantages.
2009 Sentra 2.0 S
Top Highlander Advantages
Over Traverse
First introduced as a new model for 2009, Chevrolet’s Traverse
returns in 2010 with only minor changes. Mechanically related to
GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave, Traverse is a larger vehicle than
Highlander and offers seating for seven or eight passengers,
depending on grade.
Highlander, with seating for seven passengers, has a range
of clear-cut advantages—and offers much greater customer
choice in powertrains. This Edge compares these two SUVs
and illustrates Highlander’s many strong points. For more
information, be sure to watch the Highlander vs. Traverse Edge
Live for useful competitive demonstrations.
„„ POWER AND ECONOMY
Highlander’s advanced DOHC Dual Independent
VVT-i V6 is strong and fuel efficient.
ƒƒ Better power-to-weight ratio
Similar power with less weight means
strong acceleration for Highlander.
ƒƒ Better EPA-estimated fuel economy
Highlander’s fuel economy can help keep
operating expenses lower for owners.
ƒƒ Available Highlander Hybrid
Highlander Hybrid offers four-wheel drive
and exceptional EPA-estimated fuel economy.
Traverse four-wheel drive can’t compare.
„„ PASSENGER-FRIENDLY INTERIOR
Highlander and Traverse both have comfortable
interiors, but Highlander pulls ahead with
versatility and roominess advantages.
ƒƒ Center Stow™
second-row seat and
Center Stow™
console
Provides added interior versatility.
ƒƒ Passenger space advantages
Highlander offers more first- and second-
row head room and leg room than Traverse.
ƒƒ Luxurious seating
Highlander SE includes the luxury of leather-
trimmed seating. Traverse LT2 uses cloth.
ƒƒ Standard moonroof
Enjoy pleasant weather with Highlander SE’s
standard moonroof. It’s an extra-cost option
on Traverse.
„„ MORE COMPACT AND MANEUVERABLE
Not only is Highlander more compact, it also has a
tighter turning circle for greater maneuverability in
tight quarters.
ƒƒ Smaller package for easier parking
Highlander is lower, narrower and over a foot
shorter than Traverse.
ƒƒ Greater maneuverability
Highlander has a tighter turning circle.
„„ sAFETY
Highlander’s long list of standard safety features
outpaces Traverse.
ƒƒ Comprehensive safety features
Highlander includes active front headrests and a
driver’s knee airbag, both not available on Traverse.
Chevrolet Traverse LS
2011 Highlander shown

2. corolla advantages
20I2 HIGHLANDER vs.
20I1 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
2
Offered in four model grades, Traverse is available in two-
or four-wheel drive. All grades are powered by a 3.6-liter
V6, though the top LTZ trim gets a more powerful version
that pushes horsepower from 281 to 288. An extensive
options list allows Traverse customers to equip the vehicle
to suit their needs.
Here’s a look at some of the major features of the
Traverse range:
LS
Engine
3.6-liter 24-valve DOHC VVT V6
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Driveline
Two-wheel drive
Four-wheel drive
Standard Features
8-passenger seating
Driver and front-passenger dual-stage airbags
Front seat side airbags
Side curtain airbags
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Tilt/telescoping steering column
60/40 split-folding 2nd-row bench seat
60/40 split-folding 3rd-row bench seat
Air conditioning
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers
Cruise control
Keyless entry
OnStar®
17-inch steel wheels
Compare to
Highlander V6 grade
Chevrolet Traverse at a Glance
LT1
The LT1 differs from the LS by adding:
Standard Features
Body-color side moldings
Compass
Trip computer
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Rear electronic parking aid
Power 8-way-adjustable driver’s seat
Driver power lumbar support
18-inch alloy wheels
Power sideview mirrors with turn indicators
Compare to
Highlander grade
Highlander SE
LT2
The LT2 differs from the LT1 by adding:
Standard Features
7-passenger seating
Power liftgate
Bose audio system with 10 speakers
2nd-row audio controls
USB auxiliary input
3-zone automatic climate control
2nd-row reclining bucket seats
Electrochromic rearview mirror
Compare to
Highlander SE
LTZ
The LTZ differs from the LT2 by adding:
Standard Features
Bluetooth connectivity
Driver’s memory seat
Remote engine start
Universal garage-door opener
Leather-trimmed seating
Power 4-way-adjustable front-passenger seat
Front- and rear-door storage
20-inch alloy wheels
Electrochromic driver’s sideview mirror
Compare to
Highlander Limited
Chevrolet Traverse LS
Chevrolet Traverse LS

3. 20I2 HIGHLANDER vs.
20I1 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
3
Both vehicles have advanced V6 engines with
similar horsepower output. But combine
Highlander’s power with its lighter weight,
and the Toyota pulls ahead of the Chevy with a
significantly better power-to-weight ratio.
„„ power and economy
Highlander Advantages
A Closer Look
Highlander
SE V6 4WD
Traverse LT2
4WD
Engine size (liters) 3.5 3.6
Valves/valvetrain
24/DOHC
Dual
Independent
VVT-i
24/DOHC VVT
Horsepower @ rpm 270@6200 281@6300
Torque @ rpm (lb.-ft.) 248@4700 266@3400
Curb weight (lbs.) 4266 5066
Power-to-weight ratio
(lbs. per hp)
15.8:1 18.0:1
„„ PASSENGER-FRIENDLY INTERIOR
Center Stow™
second row seat and center
stow console
Highlander’s interior
is unusually versatile.
One of the more
convenient features is
the Center Stow second-
row seat and Center
Stow console. The
Center Stow seat can
be positioned between
the two outboard seats to provide seating for
a center passenger. When just two passengers
are riding in the second row the Center Stow
seat can be easily removed and replaced with a
versatile and convenient center console. When
not in use, the seat or the console can be stored
in a special compartment located in the rear
of the front console. Traverse doesn’t offer a
comparable feature.
Superior power-to-weight ratio Better EPA-estimated city fuel economy
Dual Independent VVT-i helps give Highlander an
edge in EPA-estimated city fuel economy.
Highlander
V6 4WD
Traverse 4WD
EPA est. fuel economy,
city (mpg)1 17 16
Available Highlander Hybrid
When fuel economy is key, Traverse
can’t match Highlander Hybrid. The
four-wheel-drive Highlander Hybrid is
rated at an EPA-estimated 28/28 mpg
city/highway1
. Traverse four-wheel
drive trails with just 16/23 mpg.
Passenger space advantages
Highlander’s roomy interior offers great comfort in all
three rows. Besides offering more head room in the
second row, Highlander offers significantly more first-
and second-row leg room than Traverse.
Highlander SE Traverse
Toyota
Advantage
Head room,
2nd row (in.)
40.1 39.4 0.7
Leg room, 1st
/2nd row (in.)
43.2/38.3 41.3/36.8 1.9/1.5
Highlander Center Stow™
Second-Row Seat
Luxurious seating
Highlander SE boasts luxurious leather-trimmed
seating as standard. But it doesn’t stop there,
because the front seats are also heated. These luxury
appointments are extra-cost on Traverse LT2.
Highlander SE Traverse LT2
Leather-trimmed
seating
Standard Available
Heated front
seats
Standard Available
Standard moonroof
What could be better than opening up the
tilt/slide moonroof on a warm summer night’s
drive? Highlander SE comes with that ability,
standard. On Traverse LT2, it’s available only at
additional cost.
Highlander SE Traverse LT2
Moonroof Standard Available

4. „„ MORE COMPACT AND MANEUVERABLE
A smaller package for easier parking
Traverse is wider, taller and much longer than
Highlander. That means it may have a harder time
negotiating crowded parking lots and small garages.
Highlander owners have fewer parking hassles.
„„ safety
Comprehensive standard safety features
Both SUVs are well-equipped with safety features. But with its standard Star Safety System, driver’s knee
airbag and front active headrests, Highlander not only matches Traverse feature-for-feature, it provides an
extra measure of confidence.3
Highlander Traverse
Driver’s knee airbag Standard Not Available
Side and side curtain airbags Standard Standard
Front active headrests Standard Not Available
Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD)
Standard Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Standard Standard
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Standard Standard
Traction Control (TRAC) Standard Standard
Highlander
4WD
Traverse
4WD
Toyota
Advantage
Height (in.) 69.3 70.4 1.1
Length (in.) 188.4 205.0 16.6
Width (in.) 75.2 78.4 3.2
Better maneuverability
Not only is Highlander more compact, it also has a
tighter turning circle for greater maneuverability
in tight quarters.
Photo not intended to replicate actual
inflated airbags
20I2 HIGHLANDER vs.
20I1 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
4
Highlander Advantages
A Closer Look
Highlander
Highlander
4WD
Traverse
4WD
Toyota
Advantage
Turning
circle (ft.)
38.7 40.4 1.7

5. 20I2 HIGHLANDER vs.
20I1 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
5
Highlander Hybrid
Advantages
A Closer Look
Of course, Highlander with Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) gets great fuel economy. Another benefit
of HSD is reduced emissions and a smaller carbon footprint, reflected in its superior emissions rating.
„„ hybrid efficiency
Highlander is unique among this class of vehicles for having such a wide range
of powertrains, including 4- and 6-cylinder gas engines and a model with Hybrid
Synergy Drive. The Highlander Hybrid is an intriguing option for shoppers and
families who want it all: They can get room, versatility, convenience and luxury
combined with exceptional fuel-economy and reduced emissions. Here’s a look
at how Highlander Hybrid compares to the competition.
Impressive fuel economy
Highlander Hybrid is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city and
28 mpg highway1
, significantly above Traverse’s
ratings. With gas prices as unpredictable as they
are, this could be a significant advantage.
Highlander
Hybrid 4WD
Traverse
4WD
Toyota
Advantage
EPA est. fuel
economy, city
(mpg)
28 16 12
EPA est. fuel
economy,
hwy (mpg)
28 23 5
Lower emissions
Because Highlander Hybrid burns less fuel, it has
fewer emissions. In fact, not only does Highlander
Hybrid outperform Traverse on EPA tests, it’s
so good it even outperforms some 4-cylinder
subcompact vehicles.
Highlander
Hybrid
Traverse
Toyota
Advantage
EPA Green-
house Gas
Score
7 3 4
EPA Air
Pollution
Score
7 5 2
(Scores range 1–10, 10 being best)
It may surprise you to learn that Highlander Hybrid is better equipped to tow larger loads than Traverse.
So not only is the Toyota more efficient, it’s also more capable2
. That’s a true win-win for the owner.
„„ better for towing
Higher tow capacity
Highlander Hybrid has a standard tow capacity
almost twice that of Traverse. Chevrolet offers
extra-cost tow enhancements, but Toyota gives you
extra capacity at no additional cost.
Highlander
Hybrid
Traverse
Toyota
Advantage
Standard tow
capacity (lbs.)
3500 2000 1500
Standard tow prep
Highlander Hybrid is so complete it doesn’t need
a separate tow-prep package. On Traverse, it’s an
extra charge.
Highlander
Hybrid
Traverse
Tow prep Standard Available
Wiring harness Standard Available
The driver and front-seat passenger in Highlander Hybrid enjoy more fully featured seating than what’s
found in Traverse. That may make for more comfortable days on the road.
„„ extra passenger comfort
Seating adjustments
The driver’s seat in Highlander Hybrid boasts
10-way adjustability, which is more than what
Traverse includes. And the front-passenger seat
in Highlander Hybrid includes a power recline
function not found in Traverse.
Highlander
Hybrid
Traverse LTZ
Driver’s seat
10-way
adjustable
8-way
adjustable
Front-passenger
seat
Power recline Manual recline

6. Highlander’s second-row seat
adjusts fore and aft and has a
smooth, carpeted floor. Traverse’s
adjustable second-row seating is
marred by hard floor areas with a
series of large open tracks that can
collect dirt and debris.
Highlander
vs. Traverse
Highlander offers
features you won’t find
on Traverse, like standard
alloy wheels. Traverse LS
comes with steel wheels.
Highlander’s Center Stow™
Second Row Seat and Center
Stow Console provides versatility you won’t find in
Traverse. With the center seat in place, there’s three
passenger seating in the second row. The Center Stow
Console can be removed from storage and positioned
between the two outboard second-row seats. The seat
section can then be tucked away neatly for storage.
Traverse has only a conventional seat with flip-down
center armrest.
Highlander
Highlander’s second-row seat
base measures 14 inches high at
its front edge, providing good
thigh support and a comfortable
leg angle. Traverse measures
only about 12 inches in the same
dimension. That can make for less
comfortable seating.
vs. Traverse
Highlander vs. Traverse
Highlander vs. Traverse
20I2 HIGHLANDER vs.
20I1 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
6
Highlander Walkaround
Compare Highlander SE
to Traverse LT2

7. 1 2011 EPA mpg estimates. Actual mileage will vary. 2 Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and
loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any weight ratings and follow all instructions in
your Owner’s Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on the total weight of any cargo, occupants and available equipment. 3 All
the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and
in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions;
Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of
injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible and do not lean against the
door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The
force of an inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. See your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings.
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