Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Volvo C70 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 103.9 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 192.7 in | 180.4 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 3837 lb. | -288 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 38.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.6 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.1 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 47.0 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 41.5 in | 12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 33.9 in | 6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.2 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
2018 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Lexus ES.
2013 Volvo C70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great front seats, very comfortable. Minimal wind buffeting with the top down. Volvo offered an accessory wind blocker with this model but it's not necessary. Interior trim on the arm rests could be softer. My elbow gets sore resting on the hard plastic. I keep a small fleece pad in the car to solve this little issue. see full Volvo C70 review |