Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 183.9 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 74.2 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 67.3 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3737 lb. | 3935 lb. | -198 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.3 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.3 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.8 in | 41.3 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.2 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.7 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.9 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.6 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.8 | 37.0 ft3 | -26.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.8 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -61.7 ft3 |
2015 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 2015 Lexus IS.
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |