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Lexus IS (2010) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Lexus IS and 2010 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2010 Lexus IS and 2010 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2010 2010  
Model Lexus IS Mazda RX-8  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 106.4 in 1.1 in
Length 180.1 in 175.6 in 4.5 in
Width 70.9 in 69.7 in 1.2 in
Height 56.1 in 52.8 in 3.3 in
Curb Weight 3455 lb. 3064 lb. 391 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 15.9 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.2 in 38.2 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 54.8 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 53.3 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.9 in 42.7 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 36.8 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.7 in 54.9 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 48.1 in 5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.6 in 32.2 in -1.6 in
Total Legroom 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 74.9 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 7.6 ft3 5.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Lexus IS

2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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 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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8

2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2009 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review
 
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