Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,826 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,680 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 71 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 960 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,443 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 940 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,306 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 925 mm | -21 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 411 L | 360 L | 51 L |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |