Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
supercharged 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 243 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 114.2 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 197.2 in | -9.4 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 77.2 in | -3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 69.6 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4490 lb. | 4558 lb. | -68 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 42.2 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 60.7 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.8 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.4 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 60.4 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 56.1 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 41.7 in | -4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.7 in | -30.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 24 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 | 47.8 ft3 | -7.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 79.8 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
2012 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Lexus have also tended to be more comfortable than competitors. The front seats in the RX are generously sized and very comfortably shaped. They're softer than those in competitors (the Cadillac SRX's buckets are borderline hard), yet are properly supportive. Though the side bolsters aren't large--only the upholstery, black with white perforations, differs from the regular RX 350--lateral support is sufficient for how the Lexus asks to be driven (we'll get to this). see full Lexus RX review |
2012 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Probably because they were designed to fold in a single step to form a nearly flat floor, the 40-20-40 rear seats in the RX 350 aren't nearly as comfortable as the front seats. Passengers have plenty of room, but the seat cushion is too low to provide adults with thigh support and the seat back is too flat. The rear seat in the SRX isn't as roomy, and isn't much more comfortable. But I'd much rather spend time in the back seat of some other competitors. see full Lexus RX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus RX.
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder.