Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 167 hp@7000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 91.7 in | 18.5 in |
Length | 184.3 in | 157.3 in | 27 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 67.7 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 49.0 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3593 lb. | 2447 lb. | 1146 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.4 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.2 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 50.6 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.8 in | 43.1 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 0.0 in | 36.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 33.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Lexus IS.
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |