Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 286 hp@6000 254 lb-ft@4600 |
1.5L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@5500 127 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 105.1 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 177.3 in | 13.4 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 69.0 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.5 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4190 lb. | 2864 lb. | 1326 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 50.5 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.0 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 53.3 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 51.4 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.2 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
2014 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lexus GS.
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |