Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Audi A3 / S3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,629 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,313 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,970 kg | 1,770 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 40 L | 33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 937 mm | 56 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 953 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,344 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 899 mm | 36 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,133 L | 280 L | -279 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,274 L | 1,119 L | 1 L |
2013 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 |
2013 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 2013 Lexus RX.
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |