Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 535 hp@5250 550 lb-ft@1500 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 107.5 in | 13.4 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 180.1 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 70.9 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 56.1 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4975 lb. | 3780 lb. | 1195 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.2 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 54.4 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.9 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.7 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 52.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 30.6 in | 7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW 7-Series.
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |