Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 101.5 in | 7.8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 168.7 in | 22.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 69.5 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.0 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3329 lb. | 251 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.8 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -39.9 ft3 |
2011 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.