| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
| Model | Lexus IS | Ford Mustang | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,666 mm | 4,778 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,811 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,625 kg | 1,564 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 61 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 978 mm | -8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,138 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 881 mm | 56 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,311 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 757 mm | 61 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,834 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 306 L | 379 L | -73 L |
| 2016 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2016 | For me, the front bucket seats in Lexus F Sport models provide a nearly ideal blend of comfort and support. Even when they don't lack lateral support, the seats in competitors don't fit my form as well. Infiniti doesn't offer the Q50 2.0t in Sport form. The standard car's front seats provide little lateral support. The instrument panel appears larger and more imposing in the Infiniti than in the Lexus. Still, I wish the view forward were a little more open in the latter. (The Cadillac ATS is better in this regard.) Lexus lowered the driving position compared to the previous IS to help the car feel sportier. I raised the seat some to compensate. Adding all-wheel-drive to the Lexus IS (and a V6 engine with it, AWD isn't offered with the 2.0T engine) adds another issue, a large hump beneath the driver's right calf. Some drivers might find they have to adjust how they sit to avoid this hump. see full Lexus IS review | |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Lexus IS.
| 2012 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2012 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
My dad's 2010 Camaro has much more legroom than my Mustang. 2 more inches would help a lot, though I have to admit even at 6-3, I'm still pretty comfy in the Mustang. The room would be nice to have on trips. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2011 | 2dr Coupe 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
Felt like seating position was "on the floor". Steering wheel had only tilt adjustment, no telescope. see full Ford Mustang review |