Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus ES | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,895 mm | 4,361 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,748 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 1,535 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 53 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 963 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 942 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 813 mm | -812 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,080 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 430 L | 283 L | 147 L |
2018 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 2018 Lexus ES.
2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |