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2012 Infiniti M and 2009 Lexus ES Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Infiniti M | Lexus ES | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 109.3 in | 4.9 in |
| Length | 194.7 in | 191.1 in | 3.6 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 71.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Height | 59.1 in | 57.1 in | 2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3858 lb. | 3580 lb. | 278 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.0 in | 42.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 52.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Infiniti M
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 5.6L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable up front. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The footwells are very narrow for a car of this size. This is a side-effect of it being RWD. The "dead" pedal seems to be in the wrong spot, at least for me; it's too far to the right. On the plus side the air conditioned seats are great. It is possible to drive around in 90 degree weather wearing shorts, with the windows down, and feel comfortable. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very envelopped and comfortable seat, have better padding, and seating posture is better than most of the luxry cars I tried. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The fronts seats need more bolstering. The BMW 5 series has much, much better seats. If I could change one thing about the car, it would be the seats. Anyone considering this car should sit in the seat at least 30 minutes before making a purchase decision. see full Infiniti M review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus ES
| 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 |
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