Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,741 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 4,770 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 73 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 993 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 958 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 408 L | 1,133 L | 407 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 | 2,274 L | 12.4 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2015 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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