Acura SLX vs Lexus RX300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Lexus RX300
Overview
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 300 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1999 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $35,125 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 19.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 220 hp (best) |
| Torque | 230 lb-ft (best) | 222 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | — | 75 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 895 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,615 lbs | 3,715 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (best) | 7.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in (best) | 103.1 in |
| Length | 187.8 in (best) | 180.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.2 in (best) | 65.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 3 / 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 SLX | Lexus RX300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $35,125 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 300 $36,925 MSRP |
Acura SLX vs Lexus RX300 FAQ
- Which is better: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 Acura SLX vs 2003 Lexus RX300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Acura SLX starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 1999 Acura SLX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 Lexus RX300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (18).
- Which has better horsepower: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 Lexus RX300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (220).
- Which has better seats: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 Lexus RX300 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1999 Acura SLX or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 Lexus RX300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).