Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 106 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.1 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 174.0 in | 16 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.8 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 60.8 in | -4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 3071 lb. | 1063 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.5 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.2 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 45.4 in | 9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.5 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.5 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.0 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.8 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -51 ft3 |
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 2023 Kia Niro.