Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 100.4 in | 9.4 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 162.2 in | 30.3 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 70.3 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 63.4 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4222 lb. | 2778 lb. | 1444 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.2 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 53.3 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.1 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.1 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 52.7 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.0 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 2.9 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.
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |