Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 112.2 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 190.0 in | -2.2 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 71.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 56.1 in | 10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4348 lb. | 3927 lb. | 421 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.3 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.4 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 43.5 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.1 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 51.4 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.4 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 27.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 67.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |