Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Kia Rondo | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 179.0 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.7 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 67.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3333 lb. | 537 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 0.0 in | 57.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.6 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 41.6 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.9 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.2 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 31.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.3 | 31.7 ft3 | 6.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | 10.7 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 |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |