2025 Kia
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2024 Lexus
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| MPG - City | 23 - 25 MPG | 21 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 33 MPG | 28 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | 46.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 275 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 3,494 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 192.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 75.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Lexus RX 350.
The Kia Sportage will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus RX 350.
Convenience
With the Lexus RX 350, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Sportage is a better financial choice over the Lexus RX 350, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Sportage is much slimmer than the Lexus RX 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
The Kia Sportage is slightly shorter than the Lexus RX 350, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Kia Sportage has the same turning radius as the Lexus RX 350, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus RX 350 is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage has a lot less horsepower than the Lexus RX 350.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage has much lower torque than the Lexus RX 350, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage and the Lexus RX 350.
With the Kia Sportage, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.