Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | Lexus ES | |
Engine | Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 191.1 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.1 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 57.1 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3256 lb. | 3580 lb. | -324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -18.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 37.4 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 55.9 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 56.3 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 52.8 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.9 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 30.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
2013 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |
2010 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |