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Lexus IS (2009) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Lexus IS and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2009 Lexus IS and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
Model Lexus IS Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,731 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,575 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,567 kg 1,346 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 65 L 55 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 945 mm 998 mm -53 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,382 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,374 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,115 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 932 mm 978 mm -46 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,339 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,364 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 777 mm 902 mm -125 mm
Total Legroom 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 368 L 425 L -57 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.0 1,303 L 12

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus IS

2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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 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
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 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 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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