Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5600 441 Nm@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 340 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,776 kg | 1,855 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 73 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 1,001 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 980 mm | -40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 925 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 360 L | 1,085 L | 359 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 | 2,398 L | 10.7 |
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 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |