Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 250 kW@6000 460 Nm@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,895 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,920 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 2,381 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 98 L | -33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 1,019 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,031 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 978 mm | -978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 864 mm | -864 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,080 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 430 L | 405 L | 25 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.2 | 1,240 L | 14.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.2 | 2,359 L | 13.2 |
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.
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |