Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Subaru BRZ | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@6400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 101.2 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 166.7 in | 24.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 50.6 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 2809 lb. | 771 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 37.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.5 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.1 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.0 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 51.7 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 45.3 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 29.9 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.8 in (over 2 rows) | 6.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | 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 |
2016 Subaru BRZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 2dr Coupe 205-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD |
The seat heaters are an absolute joke. We thought they were broken. No, they're just terrible. If you live in regular -10c weather you will want a a plug-in seat warmer.
The seats themselves are fantastic for driving.
Driver's seat does not slide forward when you move the seatback to access the back seat. Seems fine, who wants to reset their seat position every time.
The passenger seat does get loose when you pop the seat back up, but the chair slides around loose and left to gravity, will sit at the rearmost spot. Might be nice if it could sit in a divot at the full frontmost position.
see full Subaru BRZ review |