Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Cadillac ELR | Lexus ES | |
Engine | Electric + Gas 181 hp 295 lb-ft |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 107.1 in | -1 in |
Length | 186.0 in | 191.1 in | -5.1 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 71.3 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 57.3 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 3472 lb. | 578 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 9.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.8 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 55.5 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 36.9 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.9 in | 55.8 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.6 in | 55.5 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 35.6 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both cars have comfortable front seats, but the ELR's provide more lateral support, at least with the $2,450 brown interior option (which adds power adjusters to their modestly sized side bolsters). Front seat access isn't among the ELR's strengths. As is often the case with coupes, the doors are long and heavy. see full Cadillac ELR review |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Volt's rear seat is pretty tight. The Cadillac ELR's is even tighter. At 5-9, I barely have enough space for my head and knees, and this when sitting behind someone my own size. Put someone taller in the front seat, and even pre-teens will have trouble squeezing into the back seat. This being a two-door, rear seat access is also dicey. The Tesla's rear seat is far roomier than either GM car's. Plus a rear-facing third row is optional. see full Cadillac ELR review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Cadillac ELR.
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 |