Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Hyundai Kona | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 276 hp@5500 289 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.4 in | 9.8 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 165.6 in | 24.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.9 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 61.0 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3340 lb. | 576 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.3 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.5 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 52.2 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.6 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 | -6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 45.8 ft3 | -33.1 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Hyundai Kona.