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Lexus ES (2006) vs. Mini Hardtop (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Lexus ES and 2008 Mini Hardtop specs.

2006 Lexus ES and 2008 Mini Hardtop Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Lexus ES Mini Hardtop  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
218 hp@5600
236 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@5500
177 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 97.1 in 10 in
Length 191.1 in 145.6 in 45.5 in
Width 71.3 in 66.3 in 5 in
Height 57.3 in 55.4 in 1.9 in
Curb Weight 3472 lb. 2712 lb. 760 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 11.0 gal. 7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.6 in 38.8 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.8 in 50.3 in 6.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.4 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.6 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.8 in 44.7 in 11.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 29.9 in 5.7 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 71.3 in (over 2 rows) 6.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.5 ft3 5.7 ft3 8.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.5 ft3 24.0 ft3 -9.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus ES

2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mini Hardtop

2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review
2008 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review
 
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