Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 225 kW@6600 362 Nm@4700 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 173 kW@8500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,976 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,864 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,674 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 970 mm | -17 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 935 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 818 mm | 178 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 394 L | 215 L | 179 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Lexus ES.
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |