Model Year | 2020 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6600 267 lb-ft@4700 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 118.2 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 200.2 in | -4.3 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 78.1 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 68.4 in | -11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 5269 lb. | -1620 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.7 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 58.1 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.1 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -26 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.7 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.7 | 40.1 ft3 | -23.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.7 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -72 ft3 |
2020 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Lexus ES.
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |