Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 101.5 in | 6.4 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 174.1 in | 13.7 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 70.5 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 56.9 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3508 lb. | 670 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.7 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.8 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 41.5 in | 16.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 32.5 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 33.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 69.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |