Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Fiat 500 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@5500 183 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 90.6 in | 17.3 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 139.6 in | 48.2 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 64.1 in | 10.1 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 59.8 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 2583 lb. | 1595 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 10.5 gal. | 8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 49.4 in | 8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 47.9 in | 7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.7 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.6 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 46.4 in | 11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 42.6 in | 11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 31.7 in | 5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.4 in (over 2 rows) | 7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 | 50.2 ft3 |
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.
2015 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 review |