Comparison - Lexus RX 450hL Luxury 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Touareg Edition 20 2022

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Average Price: 
$
54,905
Updated: 
16 Apr 2019
£
67,640
Updated: 
15 Aug 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2024
Total Seating: 
6
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Silver Lining Metallic
#bbbdba
Obsidian
#090909
Satin Cashmere Metallic
#b4ad9d
Autumn Shimmer
#5c3223
Matador Red Mica
#720d14
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4f5052
Atomic Silver
#abaab8
Eminent White Pearl
#f2f2f2
Nightfall Mica
#1a2d51
Caviar
#2e2e2e
Color: 
Chilli Red Metallic
#890C22
Grenadilla Black Metallic
#28282A
Oyster Silver Metallic
#FBFDFE
Sechura Beige Metallic
#CDC8BA
Silicon Grey Metallic
#919393
Tamarind Brown Metallic
#47403E
Meloe Blue Crystal Effect
#314367
Oryx White Premium
#EEEEEE
Pure White
#E2E3E5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 Lexus RX Hybrid ranked #5 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Lexus RX Hybrid has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Posh interior
Comfortable, roomy seats
Good gas mileage
Smooth ride
Excellent predicted reliability rating

Cons
Exasperating infotainment system
Subpar cargo capacity

By: 
usnews.com

Integration with Lexus Enform Connect smartphone app.The 2019 Lexus RX 450hL manages to combine luxury and efficiency in an eminently practical SUV, creating a true luxury crossover hybrid. Being a Lexus, the midsize RX 450hL has plenty of trappings.

Pros
Impeccable cabin finished with top-quality materials and construction
Advanced safety features come standard
Excellent fuel economy for a luxury crossover
Wide cargo bay makes it easy to load luggage and groceries

Cons
Third-row space is tight for anyone other than small kids
Less overall cargo capacity than competitors
Optional tech interface is distracting to use

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Lexus RX remains the luxury crossover SUV sales standard for its design, comfort, and features.

Pros
Bold, brash design
Good acceleration
Safety record
Comfortable ride
Hybrid’s thrift

Cons
Polarizing design
Price escalates
Head-scratching F-Sport
Laughable third row option

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
31.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
3.00L
Torque: 
247ft-lbs
at 4 600rpm
331ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
308hp
at 6 000rpm
335hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Multi-function sports steering wheel with touch control and shift paddles
More in Convenience: 
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
heated steering wheel
leather and wood steering wheel
Adaptive Chassis Control DCC
Multifunction camera
Park Assist - Sensor controlled steering aid to assist parallel or bay parking
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Heated Steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
196.90in
192.90in
Width: 
74.60in
78.10in
Height: 
67.70in
66.70in
Ground Clearance: 
7.90in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
114.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.70
41.20
Rear Head Room: 
37.90
38.90
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
Rear leg room: 
30.90in
Front Hip Room: 
55.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
7.50cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
4905.00lbs
4530.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
no
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
descent control

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Ext. mirrors, power-adj., folding, heated, dimming, front pass. exterior mirror lowering funct. a. memory feature
Keyless Access` Keyless locking and starting system with SAFELOCK

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
premium leather
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power driver seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
driver seat thigh extension
Heated front seats
Active climate seats in front
Power seats in front, right side with memory feature and seat cushion depth adjustment
Power-adjustable lumbar support in front seats
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
power folding split-bench third row seats
reclining rear seats
folding center armrest
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
'Air Care Climatronic' (4-zone) with rear air conditioning control panel
Double sun visors with mirror, illuminated, with airbag label on sun visor and B-pillar

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
memory card slot
auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
1 subwoofer(s)
12 total speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Digital Cockpit - 12" high resolution dash display screen with customisable menus and information
e-Sim card for online connectivity
Innovision cockpit inc Navigation system with 15" display screen "Discover Pro Max" and Active info display
8 speakers
2 USB-C ports in the front, 2 USB-C charging sockets on the centre console in rear, charging capacity up to 45 W
Wireless App-Connect
Wireless smartphone charger

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Rear exhaust tailpipe
Roof rails - Black
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 7.5 in.
21 in
Wheels more: 
temporary spare tire
All season tires
underbody mounted spare tire
painted alloy wheels
Wheel locks with extended theft protection
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
pre-collision safety system
emergency braking preparation
post-collision safety system
lane departure warning accident avoidance system
LED headlamp
'e-call' Emergency call service
Keyless Access` Keyless locking and starting system with SAFELOCK
Charging cable mode 3 type 2, 32
Extended pedestrian protection measures
Height-adjustable front three-point seat belts with tensioners
Lane keeping system Lane Assist

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Exterior Options: 
Ball Mount
Tow Hitch Receiver
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film by 3M
Mudguards
Body-Side Moldings
Running Boards
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Touch-Free Power Rear Door
Triple Beam LED Headlamps
Interior Options: 
Universal Tablet Holder
Color Heads-Up Display
Key Gloves w/Lexus Logo
12.3" Navigation System w/Multimedia Display
Heated/Ventilated Front Seats and Heated Rear Seats
Cargo Net
12.3" Navigation System w/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package
Illuminated Door Sills
Carpet Cargo Mat
Key Gloves w/F Logo

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Parchment, premium leather
#d7d1c1
Stratus Gray, premium leather
#7c7979
Black, premium leather
#000000
Noble Brown, premium leather
#95755c