Under the hoods of the Lexus RX 350 and the BMW X5, you’ll find powerful engines that work hard to make your commutes exciting.

The Lexus RX 350 is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine that’s mated with an 8-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission.

Under the hood of the BMW X5 is a similar 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that generates around the same power and strength as the Lexus SUV. That’s not the only similarity under their hoods, though!

With a standard drive mode select system offered with both SUVs, you can make your commute even more exciting with the selectable Sport mode. When this mode is selected, you’ll experience enhanced performance to help you feel like a racecar driver when traveling around town.

However, there are some differences as well. Standard on the RX 350 is front-wheel drive, providing better traction on less-than-ideal road conditions thanks to better weight distribution. The X5, on the other hand, carries standard rear-wheel drive.

When it comes to interior roominess, the RX 350 and the X5 offer ample space for you and your family to stretch out comfortably on even the longest trips. However, passengers in the back row might find it easier to get cozy in the Lexus SUV. Let’s take a look:

	Lexus RX 350	BMW X5
Front Legroom	44.1 inches	39.8 inches
Rear Legroom	38 inches	37.4 inches

If you’re looking for an SUV where both front- and rear-seat passengers can stretch out comfortably, the Lexus RX 350 is the way to go. After all, you want a vehicle that can fit your crew in any scenario. With more wiggle room on board, the Lexus will be the cozier cruiser for long-distance road trips or when you add another bundle of joy to the family.

A series of cameras and sensors monitors a range around both SUVs and alerts you to potential hazards. Under certain circumstances, some features may even provide automatic intervention if there’s no reaction to the warning.

In the Lexus RX 350, the standard Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 comes with the following driving aids:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Intelligent High Beams
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Road Sign Assist
• All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

A Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is also standard on the RX 350. When we look at the standard Active Driving Assistant suite in the BMW X5, you’ll find some similar features. However, it only includes four systems, leaving out Road Sign Assist, Dynamic Cruise Control, Lane Tracing, and more.