Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 111.8 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 189.5 in | 1.6 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 72.1 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 69.1 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 3754 lb. | -282 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 41.0 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 59.8 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.6 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.8 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.3 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 60.8 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 62.6 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.1 in | -58.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.9 in | -46.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.5 | 53.7 ft3 | -39.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | -112.5 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 2006 Mazda MPV.