Lexus RX (2017) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2017 Lexus RX and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2017	2012
Model	Lexus RX	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.8 in	101.5 in	8.3 in
Length	192.5 in	165.4 in	27.1 in
Width	74.6 in	70.3 in	4.3 in
Height	67.7 in	58.3 in	9.4 in
Curb Weight	4387 lb.	3326 lb.	1061 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gal.	14.5 gal.	4.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.3 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.8 in	54.7 in	3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.6 in	0.0 in	56.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	44.1 in	41.2 in	2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.1 in	38.5 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.6 in	52.8 in	4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.1 in	0.0 in	56.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	35.5 in	2.5 in
Total Legroom	82.1 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.4 ft³	15.0 ft³	3.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.3 ft³	46.0 ft³	10.3 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Lexus RX

2017 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD	Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

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