| Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus IS | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 185.4 in | 197.2 in | -11.8 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 72.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 58.5 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3715 lb. | 3495 lb. | 220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.4 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.8 in | 41.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.2 in | -4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.2 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 40.9 in | -8.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Lexus IS.
| 2009 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |