Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mazda Mazda6 | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.3 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 186.8 in | -3.1 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 70.1 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 56.7 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3461 lb. | 3287 lb. | 174 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.8 in | 42.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 54.9 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.1 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.5 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
2014 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lexus IS.
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |