Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,885 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,856 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,847 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,895 kg | 1,660 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 70 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 955 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 955 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 914 mm | 21 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,133 L | 498 L | -497 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,274 L | 1,651 L | 1 L |
2012 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 |
2012 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 2012 Lexus RX.
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |