Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 205 kW@6000 350 Nm@3000 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 156 kW@5600 287 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,165 mm | 2,715 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,245 mm | 4,729 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,100 kg | 1,980 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 73 L | 17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 1,001 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,521 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 980 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,509 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,074 mm | 925 mm | -924 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,139 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 464 L | 1,085 L | 463 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 | 2,398 L | 14.4 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
2009 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 |