| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz B-Class | |
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| Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 0 in |
| 2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 94-horsepower 1.5L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of room evev for big people and child seats see full Mercedes-Benz B-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 94-horsepower 1.5L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of space see full Mercedes-Benz B-Class review |