Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,890 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,895 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,624 kg | 1,915 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 73 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,001 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 993 mm | -58 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 965 mm | -53 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,085 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 416 L | 521 L | -105 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 1,594 L | 13.7 |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
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 |
2017 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Lexus RX has the roomiest back seat of the three, the Lincoln MKX the tightest. Very tall people will prefer the RX's. At 5-9, I'm not tall, and found the other two back seats much more comfortable, with higher, better shaped cushions providing better thigh support and seat backs that were not overly reclined. The RX's rear seat back felt overly reclined to me even in its most upright position. Since it adjusts, why didn't Lexus engineer it to adjust over a wider range? see full Lexus RX review |
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