Acura RL vs Lexus GS430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 Lexus GS430
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 430 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $52,375 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 290 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 319 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft (best) | 12.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,748 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Lexus GS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Lexus GS430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 430 $52,375 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |