Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 90.9 in | 21.3 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 154.1 in | 36.6 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 68.3 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 48.6 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3795 lb. | 2381 lb. | 1414 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 37.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 52.2 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.0 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 36 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
2014 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lexus GS.
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata.