Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,958 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,570 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 64 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 978 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,443 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 963 mm | -26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 996 mm | -92 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,065 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 411 L | 453 L | -42 L |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2013 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Avalon.