Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 126.6 in | -19.7 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 203.0 in | -16.8 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 77.1 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 65.4 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 4949 lb. | -859 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 60.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 39.8 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.4 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 59.6 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 23.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.3 | 42.2 ft3 | -3.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
2008 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.