Is Lexus comming out with a smaller RX?
#16
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Hi all,
I'm in the market for a small luxury SUV/CUV for my wife. We are test driving the Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, BMW X3, Acura RDX, and even the RAV4 (fully loaded 3.5L V6). We live in SF, and the RX350 is just too big for my wife. Is Lexus planning to come out with a compact SUV? Possibly something based on the RAV4 platform or a shrunk down RX?
Thanks!
I'm in the market for a small luxury SUV/CUV for my wife. We are test driving the Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, BMW X3, Acura RDX, and even the RAV4 (fully loaded 3.5L V6). We live in SF, and the RX350 is just too big for my wife. Is Lexus planning to come out with a compact SUV? Possibly something based on the RAV4 platform or a shrunk down RX?
Thanks!
Could that change? Maybe, considering we have seen the HS and CT come.
The X3/GLK/Q5 fit more in the 'cute ute', small luxury crossover category, the RX/SRX etc. in the midsize luxury crossover category, and Q5, X5 etc. between mid and large (3rd row). That being said, there is some overlap.
Cargo volumes, cu. ft. trunk space:
GLK 23.3
Q5 29.0
SRX 29.2
X3 30.0
XC60 30.8
RX 38.8 (84.7 folded)
Q7 (72.5 folded)
X5 (75 folded)
http://www.insideline.com/volvo/xc60...and-video.html
Cargo volumes, cu. ft. trunk space:
GLK 23.3
Q5 29.0
SRX 29.2
X3 30.0
XC60 30.8
RX 38.8 (84.7 folded)
Q7 (72.5 folded)
X5 (75 folded)
http://www.insideline.com/volvo/xc60...and-video.html
Lexus has been revealed RX 270 in China market already.
http://www.automotiveworld.com/news/...ylinder-rx-270
http://www.automotiveworld.com/news/...ylinder-rx-270
#17
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The X3/GLK/Q5 fit more in the 'cute ute', small luxury crossover category, the RX/SRX etc. in the midsize luxury crossover category, and Q5, X5 etc. between mid and large (3rd row). That being said, there is some overlap.
Cargo volumes, cu. ft. trunk space:
GLK 23.3
Q5 29.0
SRX 29.2
X3 30.0
XC60 30.8
RX 38.8 (84.7 folded)
Q7 (72.5 folded)
X5 (75 folded)
http://www.insideline.com/volvo/xc60...and-video.html
Cargo volumes, cu. ft. trunk space:
GLK 23.3
Q5 29.0
SRX 29.2
X3 30.0
XC60 30.8
RX 38.8 (84.7 folded)
Q7 (72.5 folded)
X5 (75 folded)
http://www.insideline.com/volvo/xc60...and-video.html
very interesting to see that the rx folded down actually has more space than the q7 and x5 (both folded down i suppose)!
#18
Yeah that includes the folded 3rd row seat on the Q7 and X5, which while folded still eats up cargo volume. The RX has no 3rd row to being with. I should note also, that Edmunds' numbers (surprise, surprise) don't quite match elsewhere; they say 38.8 cubic feet for the 3RX with seats up, Lexus.com says 40, etc.
Also should add MDX to the list...
Cargo capacity, cu. ft.
MDX 15 (43 folded; 84 with 2nd row removed)
Also should add MDX to the list...
Cargo capacity, cu. ft.
MDX 15 (43 folded; 84 with 2nd row removed)
#20
Actually, while the RX number (80+ cubic feet) is folded 2nd row; the X5 (75 cubic feet) and Q7 (72+ cubic feet) numbers are folded 2nd + folded 3rd rows as well.
So it can be said the RX has more cargo room than the X5 and Q7, when all 3 are in a 2-seat, rear rows folded condition. However, the X5 and Q7 offer a folding 3rd row seat, which the RX does not.
So it can be said the RX has more cargo room than the X5 and Q7, when all 3 are in a 2-seat, rear rows folded condition. However, the X5 and Q7 offer a folding 3rd row seat, which the RX does not.
#21
No, I don't play soccer!
The 3rd gen RX is 187.8 inches long now. It feels cavernous inside compared to previous gens.
Personally I'd like to see a 2 door RX instead of a RAV-4 clone. I don't need four doors and would appreciate a little less vehicle to deal with but with the same level of luxury.
Personally I'd like to see a 2 door RX instead of a RAV-4 clone. I don't need four doors and would appreciate a little less vehicle to deal with but with the same level of luxury.
#23
Lexus Fanatic
What Lexus should seriously consider, IMO, is an upmarket version of the Toyota Venza. That would perform many of the RX's all-weather functions, but sit somewhat lower and handle more car-like.
#24
Lexus Fanatic
IMO I see the premium cute ute category growing in the next few years (beyond the relatively low current sales levels of the GLK, X3, Q5). I would like to see something smaller than the RX since I'd consider buying it.
#25
Lexus Fanatic
Well, like I suggested, a Lexus-ized Venza would sit lower than an RX, though not necessarily be any shorter. Or is what you are suggesting something more along the lines of a Lexus-ized RAV4 or Matrix?
#26
Lexus Fanatic
And RAV4/Matrix derivatives would be way too down-scale when compared to GLK/Q5/new X3. Not suitable to have Lexus branding in US market.
Last edited by IS-SV; 08-31-10 at 08:02 PM. Reason: sp
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Actually, while the RX number (80+ cubic feet) is folded 2nd row; the X5 (75 cubic feet) and Q7 (72+ cubic feet) numbers are folded 2nd + folded 3rd rows as well.
So it can be said the RX has more cargo room than the X5 and Q7, when all 3 are in a 2-seat, rear rows folded condition. However, the X5 and Q7 offer a folding 3rd row seat, which the RX does not.
So it can be said the RX has more cargo room than the X5 and Q7, when all 3 are in a 2-seat, rear rows folded condition. However, the X5 and Q7 offer a folding 3rd row seat, which the RX does not.
#30
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comparing the rx with 2 rows of seats, to suv's with 3 roaws of seats isn't a valid comparison, as the third row of seats have to take up cargo room when folded (even if the floor is flat, it's still raised to make room for them).
but not taking anything away from the RX. it's the best 5 seater non-heavy duty SUV!
but not taking anything away from the RX. it's the best 5 seater non-heavy duty SUV!