Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,890 mm | 4,915 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,915 kg | 1,623 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 76 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,120 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 947 mm | 46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 927 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,085 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 521 L | 439 L | 82 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,594 L | 15.5 | -14.5 L |
2016 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 2016 Lexus RX.
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |