Lexus IS 2001 vs Lexus RX 2003
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Automatic | |
| Lexus IS is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Lexus RX is available only with automatic gearbox. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Lexus IS is available only with rear wheel drive, while Lexus RX can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol) | 3.0 - 3.5 (petrol, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Lexus RX is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 155 - 214 HP | 204 - 272 HP | |
| Torque: | 195 - 289 NM | 242 - 342 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 - 9.5 seconds | 7.6 - 9 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 - 11.0 | 8.1 - 12.2 | |
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Lexus IS petrol engines consumes on average 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than Lexus RX. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.47 m | 4.74 m | |
| Width: | 1.72 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.68 m | |
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Lexus IS is smaller. Lexus IS is 27 cm shorter than the Lexus RX, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus IS is 25 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 310 litres | 490 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
475 litres | 2130 litres | |
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Lexus RX has more luggage space. Lexus IS has 180 litres less trunk space than the Lexus RX. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Lexus RX (by 1655 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 12.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 2.2 metres less than that of the Lexus RX, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 1`930 | ~ 2`422 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 5800 | |
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