Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 311 hp@6000 293 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 118.5 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 192.7 in | 196.5 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 74.4 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 4138 lb. | -589 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 20.3 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 41.1 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 58.3 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.7 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 45.7 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 54.8 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 35.0 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
2018 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Lexus ES.
2015 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Unlike in the past, the Cadillac CTS is smaller and lighter than its direct competitors. Instead, the strategy of fielding a larger, heavier car has passed to Hyundai. The new Genesis is about the same length as the old one, and is only an inch longer than the Cadillac (196.5 vs. 195.5 inches). But it rides on a considerably longer wheelbase (118.5 vs. 114.6 inches) and is also significantly wider (74.4 vs. 72.2 inches). These more generous dimensions pay off in about three more inches of rear legroom and over two more inches of rear shoulder room. Based on interior measurements, the Genesis is actually a large sedan, not a midsize. Still, all is not golden in the back seat of the Genesis. Its cushion is mounted a little too low to provide sufficient thigh support (typical in this segment), and its backrest felt like it was reclined a bit too much. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis.