Model Year | 2019 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus ES | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6600 267 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,497 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,976 mm | 4,239 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,864 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,605 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 55 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 993 mm | -40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 0 mm | 996 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,072 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 473 L | 309 L | 164 L |
2019 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 2019 Lexus ES.
2012 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
What rear seat? see full BMW Z4 review |