Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Audi A8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 372 hp@6800 328 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 122.9 in | -16 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 207.4 in | -21.2 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 76.7 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.9 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 4453 lb. | -583 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.2 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.4 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 57.8 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 42.9 in | -6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 84.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 71.5 ft3 |
2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A8.