Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus GS | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 455 hp@5500 515 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,071 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 5,075 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,875 kg | 2,156 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 82 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 1,031 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 978 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 975 mm | -50 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 360 L | 501 L | -141 L |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 7-Series.