Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 112.4 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 193.0 in | -12.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 4069 lb. | -289 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 36.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.2 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 58.0 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.1 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.1 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 56.0 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.6 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 35.0 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.