Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,575 mm | 4,806 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,835 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 87 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 1,008 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 993 mm | -61 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 777 mm | 879 mm | -102 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 836 mm | -836 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,440 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,229 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 612 mm | -612 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,553 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 368 L | 340 L | 28 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 1,036 L | 12 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 2,127 L | 11 |
2008 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 |
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 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 |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. 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 |
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 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |