Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,729 mm | 4,415 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,844 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,755 kg | 1,395 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 64 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 955 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 851 mm | 74 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,085 L | 538 L | -537 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,398 L | 1,257 L | 1 L |
2008 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 |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |