Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 461 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 117.8 in | -10.3 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 202.2 in | -22.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 76.7 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.5 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 4740 lb. | -960 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.1 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.4 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.1 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.8 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 37.7 in | -7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review |
2013 Audi A8 / S8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 / S8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Audi A8 / S8.