| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
| Model | Audi A3 | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.9 in | -5.4 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 186.2 in | -17.5 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 72.6 in | -3.1 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 66.1 in | -10.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3479 lb. | 4090 lb. | -611 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.9 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.1 in | -4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 36.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -25.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
| 2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Lexus RX.