Model Year | 2009 | 2019 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Toyota RAV4 | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 105.9 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 180.9 in | 10.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.0 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.0 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3370 lb. | 210 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.3 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.5 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.4 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 47.7 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.8 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -22.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 0.0 | 14.7 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 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |