Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Audi A7 / S7 | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@5500 406 lb-ft@1400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 112.2 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 195.6 in | 190.7 in | 4.9 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.4 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 57.3 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4508 lb. | 3795 lb. | 713 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.3 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.7 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.8 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.5 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 41.7 ft3 |
2013 Audi A7 / S7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Among luxury cars, Audis have my least favorite seats. They're less cushy and less coddling than the others. They're firm, and seem to want your body to adapt to them rather than the other way around. In the A7, seat adjustments are limited to the usual plus four-way lumbar. The seat's smallish bolsters are spaced fairly widely, and only frequenting all-you-can-eat buffets can bring them closer. This said, one day I drove the A7 for 600 miles and emerged without a hint of back soreness. So maybe the seats do know what's best for me. Perhaps they could teach a thing or two to the door-mounted arm rest. It's overly firm, and my left elbow did get sore. see full Audi A7 / S7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Audi A7 / S7.
2015 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Lexus GS.