Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Ford Escape | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 103.1 in | 18.6 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 174.7 in | 30.3 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 71.1 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 67.7 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4277 lb. | 3272 lb. | 1005 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 5.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.4 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.6 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.3 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.6 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.2 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.9 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.1 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 35.6 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -48.3 ft3 |
2014 Lexus LS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Jaguar's sports car-like interior design lends it a sporty character, but at the cost of front seat room, perceived even more than actual. The Lexus feels much roomier. The cushy, well-shaped front seats in the Lexus are among the most comfortable in the class. The Jaguar's are nearly as comfortable, though, and I like the BMW's most of all. Despite a plethora of adjustments, the Audi A8's are firmer and less form-fitting than the others. Move to the back seat, and even in the regular wheelbase cars there's plenty of room and comfort for most adults. The long wheelbase only makes sense if the back seat will often carry tall adults, or people who want limo-like legroom even if they don't have the legs of an NBA center. see full Lexus LS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lexus LS.
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |