Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,895 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 1,859 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 80 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 1,008 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,003 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 917 mm | -916 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,080 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 430 L | 898 L | -468 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.2 | 1,880 L | 14.2 |
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 |
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