| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus RC | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 3,216 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,694 mm | 5,156 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,839 mm | 1,923 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,394 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,700 kg | 2,190 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 95 L | -29 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 1,011 mm | 990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,532 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,153 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 1,026 mm | 883 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,290 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,140 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 693 mm | 919 mm | -226 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,341 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 823 mm | -823 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,847 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 294 L | 433 L | -139 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.4 | 1,195 L | 9.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.4 | 2,407 L | 8.4 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Lexus RC.
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |