Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi A5 / S5 | Lexus ES | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 109.3 in | -1 in |
Length | 182.1 in | 191.1 in | -9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.1 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 54.0 in | 57.1 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3737 lb. | 3580 lb. | 157 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.4 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 36.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.3 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 35.9 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
Awesome for a tall large-framed driver, with great armrests. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Its a coupe. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
barely fit an adult, good for toddlers only see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |