

Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5400 324 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 107.9 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 187.8 in | -4.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 67.5 in | 66.3 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4927 lb. | 4348 lb. | 579 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 58.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 43.1 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 57.6 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.8 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.4 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -25.9 ft3 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |
2012 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Lexus have also tended to be more comfortable than competitors. The front seats in the RX are generously sized and very comfortably shaped. They're softer than those in competitors (the Cadillac SRX's buckets are borderline hard), yet are properly supportive. Though the side bolsters aren't large--only the upholstery, black with white perforations, differs from the regular RX 350--lateral support is sufficient for how the Lexus asks to be driven (we'll get to this). see full Lexus RX review |
2012 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Probably because they were designed to fold in a single step to form a nearly flat floor, the 40-20-40 rear seats in the RX 350 aren't nearly as comfortable as the front seats. Passengers have plenty of room, but the seat cushion is too low to provide adults with thigh support and the seat back is too flat. The rear seat in the SRX isn't as roomy, and isn't much more comfortable. But I'd much rather spend time in the back seat of some other competitors. see full Lexus RX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus RX.