Lexus RX 1997 vs Volkswagen Golf 2003
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Crossover / SUV | Hatchback | |
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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: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Lexus RX is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Volkswagen Golf has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 3.0 (petrol) | 1.4 - 3.2 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Volkswagen Golf is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 201 - 223 HP | 75 - 250 HP | |
| Torque: | 283 - 301 NM | 126 - 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 - 9.2 seconds | 6.2 - 16.7 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.6 - 13.0 | 5.0 - 10.7 | |
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Lexus RX petrol engines consumes on average 5.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Golf. 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: | 4.58 m | 4.21 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.48 m | |
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Lexus RX is larger. Lexus RX is 37 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 6 cm wider, while the height of Lexus RX is 18 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 860 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2130 litres | 1305 litres | |
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Lexus RX has more luggage capacity. Lexus RX has 510 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Lexus RX (by 825 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus RX is 1.3 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Lexus RX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`258 | ~ 1`845 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 2000 | |
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