Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus IS | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 536 hp@5500 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 126.6 in | -19.1 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 212.2 in | -32.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 76.8 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 60.8 in | -4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 5095 lb. | -1315 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.8 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 61.0 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.2 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 56.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 43.3 in | -12.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -10 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. 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 |
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 |
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 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 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not enough rear legroom. 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW 7-Series.