Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Lexus ES | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 107.1 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 191.1 in | -16.6 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 71.3 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.3 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3300 lb. | 3472 lb. | -172 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.6 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.8 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 55.8 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 35.6 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |