| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
| Model | Lexus RC | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,694 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,839 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,394 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,695 kg | 1,476 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 62 L | 4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 1,026 mm | 990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,153 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 996 mm | -112 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,290 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,140 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 693 mm | 904 mm | -211 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,847 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 294 L | 827 L | -533 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.4 | 1,877 L | 9.4 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Lexus RC.
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |