INFINITI QX4 vs Lexus RX300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Lexus RX300
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 300 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,750 (best) | $35,125 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (best) | 19.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp (best) | 220 hp |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft (best) | 222 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 85 cu ft (best) | 75 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,074 lbs | 3,715 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (best) | 7.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 103.1 in |
| Length | 183.1 in (best) | 180.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 70.7 in (best) | 65.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX4Base | Lexus RX300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | None reported (best) |
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 | INFINITI QX4 | Lexus RX300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $34,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $35,125 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $36,150 MSRP | 300 $36,925 MSRP |
INFINITI QX4 vs Lexus RX300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 INFINITI QX4 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: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 INFINITI QX4 starts lower at $34,750.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 INFINITI QX4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,750).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 Lexus RX300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (18).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 INFINITI QX4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2003 INFINITI QX4 or 2003 Lexus RX300?
- The 2003 INFINITI QX4 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).