Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 317 Nm@4800 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 155 kW@5600 287 Nm@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,037 kg | 1,926 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 72 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,016 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 1,011 mm | 957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 925 mm | 10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 820 mm | -820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,133 L | 297 L | -296 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 | 1,124 L | 39 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,274 L | 2,282 L | 0 L |
2010 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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |