Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 101.5 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 168.7 in | 17.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 69.5 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 56.0 in | 10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 3660 lb. | 430 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.2 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 36.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 52.8 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.8 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2008 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 |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |