Comparison - Lexus RX 350L Luxury 2021 - vs - Volkswagen ID.5 2022

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
55,400
Updated: 
05 Oct 2019
£
56,545
Updated: 
12 Jul 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
19.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Nebula Gray Pearl
#656567
Eminent White Pearl
#F2F2F2
Atomic Silver
#B6B2B1
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
#A49D93
Obsidian
#171B1C
Nightfall Mica
#042568
Matador Red Mica
#9B2A2C
Caviar
#252525
Nori Green Pearl
#535739
Color: 
Blue Dusk Metallic Black
#26337A
Glacier White Metallic Black
#EEF2F3
Grenadilla Black Metallic
#272629
Kings Red Premium Metallic Black
#B51438
Scale Silver Metallic Black
#B6BABD

Electric

Battery: 
77KWH
Full Charge Range: 
314mi
Full Charge Time: 
with 11kW Rapid charger (0-100%) in 450 Minutes
Top Speed: 
112mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.30s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

For 2021 Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard for 2021.Wireless smartphone charging now available.

PROS
Impeccable cabin finished with top-quality materials
Advanced safety features come standard
Excellent ride and seat comfort

CONS
Third-row space is tight for anyone other than small kids
Touchpad controller is distracting to use
Less overall cargo capacity than competitors
Hard to see out of

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Lexus RX 350's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lexus RX 350 has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 43 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Great predicted reliability score
Composed ride and handling
Good acceleration
Long list of standard and optional features

Cons
Subpar cargo space
Very cramped available third-row seats

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Lexus RX stays strong in an increasingly crowded class with styling that stands out and powertrains that don’t.

Pros
Efficient hybrid
F Sport shines inside and out
Comfy for five
More daring than dull...

Cons
...Edgy styling can be a turn off
Useless third row
Getting expensive

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Pros
Efficient powertrain and a bigger boot than the ID.4

Cons
So many niggling irritations, which is unlike Volkswagen

By: 
topgear.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy City USA: 
18.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
25.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
Cylinders: 
6
v
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
Torque: 
263ft-lbs
at 4 700rpm
339ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
290hp
at 6 300rpm
295hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.80Feet
33.40Feet

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: 
yes
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: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Multi-function steering wheel with touch control
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather And Wood Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Destination Download
Destination Guidance (Also Turn-By-Turn Navigation)
Roadside Assistance
Heated Steering Wheel
Adaptive Cruise Control
Traffic sign recognition
E-call
Travel assist 2.5 with swarm data
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Progressive steering
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Heated steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
196.90in
181.00in
Width: 
74.60in
72.90in
Height: 
67.30in
63.50in
Ground Clearance: 
8.10in
Front Track: 
64.20in
Rear Track: 
63.80in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
109.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.70
41.10
Rear Head Room: 
37.90
63.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
Rear leg room: 
30.90in
Front Hip Room: 
55.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
41.10in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.80in
58.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.30cu.ft
19.30cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
4619.00lbs
4779.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
electronic odometer

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Keyless entry and starting
Electrically folding, adjustable and heated door mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8-Way Power Driver Seat
8-Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Heated front seats
Front seats with manual height adjustment
Inserts of front seats and outer rear seats in fabric "GTX"
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding Center Armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Folding center armrest
Rear seat bench unsplit, backrest split folding with 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: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Three Zone Climate Control
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Electric auxiliary air heater
(3-zone) Climate Control
Climate windscreen - assists defrosting & prevents fogging

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
9 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
USB-C ports in the front and rear centre console with increased charging performance
App connect with wireless connection for apple carplay and android auto
6 speakers with 140 watt output
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
12-inch Navigation infotainment display
Preparation for We Connect and We Connect Plus

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Climate windscreen
Welcome light
Privacy glass with 65% tinted windows
Heated windscreen washer jets
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.0-In.
20 in
Wheels more: 
All-Season Tires
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
Tyre repair kit
Pirelli tyres
Sealed tyres
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

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
Front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
rear drum 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: 
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors
Airbag Deployment Notification
Emergency Service
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance
LED Headlamp
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Wheel locks with extended theft protection
Anti theft wheel bolts
Driver alert system
Lane Assist
Oncoming vehicle braking when turning including swerve support
Proactive passenger protection system in combination with Front Assist

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Towing Prep Package
Exterior Options: 
Touch-Free Power Rear Door W/Kick Sensor
Premium Paint
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film By 3M
Mudguards
Body-Side Moldings
Running Boards
Premium Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps And LED Taillamps
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Paint Protection Film By 3M
Interior Options: 
Illuminated Door Sills
Universal Tablet Holder
12.3" Navigation System W/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package
12.3" Navigation System W/Multimedia Display
Key Gloves W/Lexus Logo
Color Heads Up Display
Key Gloves W/F Logo
Carpet Cargo Mat
Cargo Net
Second-Row Captain's Chairs
Wireless Charger
All-Weather Floor Liners
All-Weather Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, premium leather
#000000
Glazed Caramel, premium leather
#9B6849
Birch, premium leather
#BCBCB7
Parchment, premium leather
#D7D1C1