

Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Lexus HS | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 147 hp@6000 138 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 184.8 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.3 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 59.3 in | -3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 3682 lb. | 452 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.8 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 52.8 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.6 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 51.2 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.5 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 | 0.6 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 2011 Lexus HS.