Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Lexus ES | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 118.5 in | 109.3 in | 9.2 in |
Length | 196.5 in | 191.1 in | 5.4 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 71.1 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.1 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4138 lb. | 3580 lb. | 558 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 37.4 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.3 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.9 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.7 in | 42.2 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.3 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.8 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.9 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2016 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Unlike in the past, the Cadillac CTS is smaller and lighter than its direct competitors. Instead, the strategy of fielding a larger, heavier car has passed to Hyundai. The new Genesis is about the same length as the old one, and is only an inch longer than the Cadillac (196.5 vs. 195.5 inches). But it rides on a considerably longer wheelbase (118.5 vs. 114.6 inches) and is also significantly wider (74.4 vs. 72.2 inches). These more generous dimensions pay off in about three more inches of rear legroom and over two more inches of rear shoulder room. Based on interior measurements, the Genesis is actually a large sedan, not a midsize. Still, all is not golden in the back seat of the Genesis. Its cushion is mounted a little too low to provide sufficient thigh support (typical in this segment), and its backrest felt like it was reclined a bit too much. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Genesis.
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 |