Model Year | 2019 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6600 267 lb-ft@4700 |
168 hp 258 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 118.1 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 182.5 in | 13.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 74.4 in | -1 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 63.0 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3968 lb. | -319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.8 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.7 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.9 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 57.7 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 53.6 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.7 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.7 ft3 | 59.3 ft3 | -42.6 ft3 |
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.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
One of two areas where the Hyundai Ioniq 5 might fall a bit short for its intended function is in rear seat comfort. Not only is there a little more knee room in the rear seat of the ID.4, but the VW's seat is mounted higher off the floor, and so provides better leg support. This is also an issue with the related Kia and Genesis. In the last knee room is marginal for one man of average height sitting behind another. It seems that the lower roof lines on these vehicles are not cost-free. see full Hyundai Ioniq 5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5.