Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.2 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 192.7 in | 199.6 in | -6.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 76.2 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 68.1 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 4312 lb. | -763 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 59.4 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.5 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.9 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.8 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.7 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 56.0 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.2 | 47.5 ft3 | -32.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.2 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -85.5 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Lexus ES.
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |