Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 102.5 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 174.3 in | 18.2 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 71.2 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 66.3 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4222 lb. | 3433 lb. | 789 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 56.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 0.0 in | 56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.1 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 54.8 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.8 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 23.0 ft3 | -4.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Lexus RX.
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |