| Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Lexus RX.
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 |