Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 621 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 3,165 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,575 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,900 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,715 kg | 2,254 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 80 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 1,008 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 950 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 777 mm | 1,095 mm | 776 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,146 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 368 L | 462 L | -94 L |
2010 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 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.