Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,666 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,625 kg | 1,696 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 80 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 993 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,138 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 960 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 904 mm | -86 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 306 L | 450 L | -144 L |
2016 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For me, the front bucket seats in Lexus F Sport models provide a nearly ideal blend of comfort and support. Even when they don't lack lateral support, the seats in competitors don't fit my form as well. Infiniti doesn't offer the Q50 2.0t in Sport form. The standard car's front seats provide little lateral support. The instrument panel appears larger and more imposing in the Infiniti than in the Lexus. Still, I wish the view forward were a little more open in the latter. (The Cadillac ATS is better in this regard.) Lexus lowered the driving position compared to the previous IS to help the car feel sportier. I raised the seat some to compensate. Adding all-wheel-drive to the Lexus IS (and a V6 engine with it, AWD isn't offered with the 2.0T engine) adds another issue, a large hump beneath the driver's right calf. Some drivers might find they have to adjust how they sit to avoid this hump. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Lexus IS.
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |