Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.3 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 190.9 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.3 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.6 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 3528 lb. | 606 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.0 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.2 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.4 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.0 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 52.2 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus GS.
2007 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room for legs and headroom, even for a tall person. Everything seems to be reachable. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has plenty of room for legs and is comfortable. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats have sufficient support for longer trips. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My legs are very very long. tried Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima. Sit in this, drive it, buy it. its that simple. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather and room. heated seats. Killer stock audio system. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is obvious that a lot of thought was poured into the design of the rear seat area and the effect is outstanding see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Less leg room than the Milan and I had less headroom because of the installed sunroof. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Aura had less rear headroom. When I set in the rear seat, my head was right against the edge of the rear glass mounting. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat room is adequate for normal sized adults. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Difficult to enter and exit. Low roof bangs head, B post trim causes bruising for tall driver when entering see full Saturn AURA review |