Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Lexus ES | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 111.0 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 192.7 in | -12 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 71.7 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 57.1 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3549 lb. | 194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.5 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 57.6 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.5 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 53.8 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 45.4 ft3 |
2012 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Lexus ES.