2013 Lexus RX 450h vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
When comparing the 2013 Lexus RX 450h's and the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Lexus RX 450h's and the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Lexus RX 450h’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg base engine makes 380 horsepower. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The Touareg is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 634 miles.This gives the 2013 Lexus RX 450h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2013 Lexus RX 450h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2013 Lexus RX 450h has an average safety rating of 4.34 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13210 - 26266
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443415
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Lexus RX 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.974554 / 10
Reliability:
9.343663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RX 450h Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
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2 out of / 28Ranking
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2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
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6 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
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11 out of / 11Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 28Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2013 Lexus RX 450h Trim Levels
Base
2013 Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.34 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
32 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
550 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
528 / 634 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
40 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4520 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5135 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.4 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/50R19