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Lexus ES (2008) vs. Lexus RX (2013) Specs

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2008 Lexus ES and 2013 Lexus RX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Lexus ES Lexus RX  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 107.9 in 1.4 in
Length 191.1 in 187.8 in 3.3 in
Width 71.1 in 74.2 in -3.1 in
Height 57.1 in 66.3 in -9.2 in
Curb Weight 3580 lb. 4178 lb. -598 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 39.1 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 58.0 in -0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.5 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.1 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 37.7 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 57.6 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.8 in 54.5 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 36.8 in -0.9 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.7 ft3 40.0 ft3 -25.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.7 ft3 80.3 ft3 -65.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus ES

2008 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review
2008 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Lexus RX

2013 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Lexus have also tended to be more comfortable than competitors. The front seats in the RX are generously sized and very comfortably shaped. They're softer than those in competitors (the Cadillac SRX's buckets are borderline hard), yet are properly supportive. Though the side bolsters aren't large--only the upholstery, black with white perforations, differs from the regular RX 350--lateral support is sufficient for how the Lexus asks to be driven (we'll get to this). see full Lexus RX review
2013 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Probably because they were designed to fold in a single step to form a nearly flat floor, the 40-20-40 rear seats in the RX 350 aren't nearly as comfortable as the front seats. Passengers have plenty of room, but the seat cushion is too low to provide adults with thigh support and the seat back is too flat. The rear seat in the SRX isn't as roomy, and isn't much more comfortable. But I'd much rather spend time in the back seat of some other competitors. see full Lexus RX review
 

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