Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Volkswagen Golf | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 226 kW@6200 371 Nm@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 232 kW@5900 380 Nm@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,631 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 4,288 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,755 kg | 1,579 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 50 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 978 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 968 mm | -28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,176 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 889 mm | 36 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 360 L | 564 L | -204 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 | 977 L | -964.3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 2023 Volkswagen Golf.