Lexus GS (2014) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

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2014 Lexus GS and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2014	2018
Model	Lexus GS	Subaru Forester
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.2 in	103.9 in	8.3 in
Length	190.7 in	180.9 in	9.8 in
Width	72.4 in	70.7 in	1.7 in
Height	57.3 in	66.4 in	-9.1 in
Curb Weight	3980 lb.	3653 lb.	327 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.4 gal.	15.9 gal.	1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.0 in	41.4 in	-3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	57.0 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.5 in	53.9 in	0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	43.0 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	39.8 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.7 in	56.5 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.1 in	53.0 in	1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	38.0 in	-1.2 in
Total Legroom	79.1 in (over 2 rows)	81 in (over 2 rows)	-1.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.3 ft³	34.4 ft³	-20.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.3 ft³	74.7 ft³	-60.4 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

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2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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