| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 126.6 in | -18.7 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 203.0 in | -15.2 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 77.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 65.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4348 lb. | 4949 lb. | -601 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 60.3 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 39.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 40.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 59.6 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.2 in | 0.6 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 | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -28.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 | 42.2 ft3 | -2.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
| 2010 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.