Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,575 mm | 5,095 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,930 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 2,515 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 98 L | -33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 1,019 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,031 mm | 931 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 777 mm | 1,003 mm | 776 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 970 mm | -970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 869 mm | -869 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 368 L | 405 L | -37 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 1,240 L | 12 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 2,359 L | 11 |
2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The good of the front seat comfort is that the seats are ventilated. They could be stronger and cooler but that is my preference. Why is it that we cant get Audis, BMWs, or Lexus with fabric seats in the US? see full Lexus IS review |
2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The front seat headrests are too far back for me. I feel if I use them I am looking at the sky because of their angle. I would prefer some fwd-rev adjustment which i have seen on other cars. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |