Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.8 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 167.6 in | 22.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.8 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 58.2 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3373 lb. | 543 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 | 55.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.2 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.6 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -41 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.