Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Toyota RAV4 | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 104.7 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 181.1 in | -1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 66.3 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3360 lb. | 95 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.8 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.1 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.8 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.8 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.7 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 52.4 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 38.3 in | -7.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 37.2 ft3 | -24.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -60 ft3 |
2013 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Lexus IS.
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |