Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Subaru Forester | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 105.1 in | 4.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 182.7 in | 8.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 71.5 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.5 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3454 lb. | 126 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 41.2 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.2 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 39.4 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -14.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 74.2 ft3 | -59.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru Forester.