| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
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| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 116.3 in | -7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 199.4 in | -8.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 73.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 4485 lb. | -905 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 36.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.3 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 32.2 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |