Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Acura TSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 241 hp@5800 258 lb-ft@1650 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.1 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 183.4 in | 0.3 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 69.4 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 57.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3583 lb. | 3345 lb. | 238 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 17.1 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.4 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.4 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.8 in | 42.4 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.4 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.2 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
2016 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For me, the front bucket seats in Lexus F Sport models provide a nearly ideal blend of comfort and support. Even when they don't lack lateral support, the seats in competitors don't fit my form as well. Infiniti doesn't offer the Q50 2.0t in Sport form. The standard car's front seats provide little lateral support. The instrument panel appears larger and more imposing in the Infiniti than in the Lexus. Still, I wish the view forward were a little more open in the latter. (The Cadillac ATS is better in this regard.) Lexus lowered the driving position compared to the previous IS to help the car feel sportier. I raised the seat some to compensate. Adding all-wheel-drive to the Lexus IS (and a V6 engine with it, AWD isn't offered with the 2.0T engine) adds another issue, a large hump beneath the driver's right calf. Some drivers might find they have to adjust how they sit to avoid this hump. see full Lexus IS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Lexus IS.
2008 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
able to undertake long drives in comfort. Able to enter/leave car without being contortionist. Easy copes with my (very) large body frame. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passengers love the car. Never had any complaints. see full Acura TSX review |
2008 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There could have been a bit more rear leg space - althoug, the seats are pretty comfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If the front seats are pushed back, not a lot of foot room in back see full Acura TSX review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Smaller than comparably priced sedans. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Not enough of it. see full Acura TSX review |