Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 126.6 in | -16.8 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 203.0 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 75.7 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 65.4 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4829 lb. | -442 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 60.3 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 0.0 in | 56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 39.8 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 59.6 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.2 in | 1.8 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 | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -26.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 42.2 ft3 | -23.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -28.7 ft3 |
2017 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 2017 Lexus RX.
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |