Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Lexus RX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 317 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 112.2 in | -9.7 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 192.5 in | -18.2 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 75.6 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 67.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3631 lb. | 4310 lb. | -679 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 17.8 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.1 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 56.5 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.4 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 29.6 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 29.6 | -6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 46.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Lexus RX.