Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 115.3 in | -8.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 199.4 in | -8.3 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 77.5 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 69.0 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 4054 lb. | -582 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 57.9 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.7 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 58.1 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.4 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.4 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.1 in | -40.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.7 in | -29.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -32.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.5 | 38.2 ft3 | -23.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 | -56.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mazda CX-9.