| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.9 in | -6 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 202.9 in | -16.7 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 76.2 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 60.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3969 lb. | -99 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.9 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 64.6 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 2018 Ford Taurus.