Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 97.1 in | 15.1 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 143.1 in | 46.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 66.5 in | 5.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 55.5 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 2855 lb. | 1061 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 50.9 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.3 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 39.0 in | 16.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 27.5 in | 8.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 11.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |