Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 111.0 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 194.5 in | -2 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 78.6 in | -4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 69.8 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4230 lb. | 157 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 62.0 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 59.1 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.9 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 62.0 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.9 in | -31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | -29.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 46.8 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 83.9 ft3 | -27.6 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.
2016 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Honda Pilot.