Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 259 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 110.0 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 189.8 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 72.2 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 57.9 in | 9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4608 lb. | 3457 lb. | 1151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 57.9 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.2 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 45.5 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.7 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.9 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.6 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 39.9 ft3 |
2016 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 2016 Lexus RX.
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |