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2006 Lexus GS and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | BMW 1-Series | |
| Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 104.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 171.7 in | 18.3 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 68.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 56.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3384 lb. | 532 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.0 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.0 in | 4.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus GS
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
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