

Model Year | 2017 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.7 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 193.4 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 73.7 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 72.8 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4706 lb. | -319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.0 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.4 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.4 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.9 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.5 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.9 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 43.9 ft3 | -25.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -27.4 ft3 |
2017 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Lexus RX has the roomiest back seat of the three, the Lincoln MKX the tightest. Very tall people will prefer the RX's. At 5-9, I'm not tall, and found the other two back seats much more comfortable, with higher, better shaped cushions providing better thigh support and seat backs that were not overly reclined. The RX's rear seat back felt overly reclined to me even in its most upright position. Since it adjusts, why didn't Lexus engineer it to adjust over a wider range? see full Lexus RX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Lexus RX.
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |