2013 Lexus RX 350 vs. Its Competition

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Apr 8, 2013

The 2013 Lexus RX models have been huge successes for the Lexus brand, ever since they pretty much established the mid-size crossover luxury segment in the late 1990s.

Currently, its competition includes the Lincoln MKX, a five-seater with great interior room, a strong V-6 powertrain (though no hybrid option), and MyLincoln Touch, which uses voice and touch commands to run audio, phone and navigation.

The Cadillac SRX has excellent styling inside and out, along with a new 3.6-liter V-6, and is closely aligned with the RX's mission.

Another alternative is the Volvo XC60, which manages to wrap a lot if interior space into an elegant, somewhat compact shape; we especially like its Scandinavian-design interior.

And as a somewhat more affordable, mass-market alternative, the Nissan Murano is a good pick; it has good performance from its V-6, although interior space is a little tighter and not everyone will love its continuously variable (CVT) automatic transmission.

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8 The 2013 Lexus RX is plush and premium, and it delivers on that luxury impression, but it's not the over-the-top lavish expression some might seek.	8.2 The 2013 Lincoln MKX finally has luxury game with a knockout interior and Mustang-worthy power; MyLincoln Touch is better, too.	7.8 The 2013 Nissan Murano trades away some utility and space-efficiency in the name of style and refinement.	8.6 The 2013 Volvo XC60 carries on the tradition of Volvo wagons--even their top-of-the-class safety--only in a modern, fashion-conscious crossover.	8 With a smooth new engine and a rich, uniquely American interior, the 2012 Cadillac SRX appeals to those who want a lot of luxury and flair but don't require driving excitement.
MSRP From
$39,660	$39,575	$30,450	$34,350	$35,985
Gas Mileage
18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy	17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas I6	Gas/Ethanol V6
EPA Class
2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD	2WD Sport Utility	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Style Name
FWD 4-Door	FWD 4-Door	2WD 4-Door S	FWD 4-Door 3.2L	FWD 4-Door Base
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
5	5	5	5	5
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle	Crossover	Sport Utility	Wagon	Crossover
Transmission
Automatic	Automatic	Continuously Variable Ratio	Automatic w/Manual Shift	Automatic w/Manual Shift