Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 107.4 in | 0.1 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 184.6 in | -4.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.0 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 56.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 3660 lb. | 120 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.1 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.8 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 35.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 54.0 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 33.9 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA.