Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 110.4 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 191.1 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 73.2 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.7 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4190 lb. | 3486 lb. | 704 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.0 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 45.5 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.4 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.0 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.6 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 68.8 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 2017 Kia Optima.