Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 101.1 in | 8.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 157.4 in | 33.7 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 68.0 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3010 lb. | 570 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.2 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 49.6 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 32.3 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | -26 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 |
2016 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The 4 Door has 1.5 inches more rear legroom than the regular Hardtop, but 32.3 inches still isn't much. At 5-9, I can squeeze behind myself with perhaps an inch between my knees and the carved-out front seatbacks. Rear headroom is relatively abundant even though the seat cushion is mounted a comfortable height off the floor. The rear doors, though an improvement over the Clubman's single rear-hinged half-door, are still small and don't open wide. A Ford Fiesta ST might be at least as tight in the back seat, but the GTI, with 35.6 inches of rear legroom, is far roomier and easier to get into and out of. see full Mini Hardtop review |
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