| Model Year | 2019 | 2013 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 225 kW@6600 362 Nm@4700 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 kW@5500 475 Nm@3500 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,976 mm | 5,006 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,864 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 2,232 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 70 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 1,031 mm | 952 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,029 mm | 959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,011 mm | 995 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 473 L | 595 L | -122 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.7 | 1,240 L | 15.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.7 | 2,285 L | 14.7 |
| 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 | |
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