| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Lexus LS | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
5.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 389 hp@6400 385 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,826 mm | 5,029 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,821 mm | 1,875 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,425 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,875 kg | 2,250 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 84 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 965 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 965 mm | -25 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 0 mm | 925 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 2 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 360 L | 510 L | -150 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 2009 Lexus LS.