Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 97.1 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 145.6 in | 45.5 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 66.3 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 55.4 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 2668 lb. | 912 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 50.3 in | 7 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 | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 44.7 in | 11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 29.9 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 6.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus ES.
2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |