Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1450 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 185.0 in | 1.2 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 74.0 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 66.1 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 3898 lb. | 192 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.4 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.7 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.4 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 71.5 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
2009 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 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.