Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Acura TSX | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 105.1 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 183.4 in | -3.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.4 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3257 lb. | 198 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 17.1 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.4 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.4 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.5 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 54.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 34.2 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
2013 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Lexus IS.
2008 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
able to undertake long drives in comfort. Able to enter/leave car without being contortionist. Easy copes with my (very) large body frame. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passengers love the car. Never had any complaints. see full Acura TSX review |
2008 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There could have been a bit more rear leg space - althoug, the seats are pretty comfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If the front seats are pushed back, not a lot of foot room in back see full Acura TSX review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Smaller than comparably priced sedans. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Not enough of it. see full Acura TSX review |