Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6400 347 lb-ft@4100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 103.9 in | 17.8 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 174.8 in | 30.2 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 73.0 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 64.4 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4695 lb. | 3585 lb. | 1110 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.7 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.7 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.4 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.1 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.9 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -36.6 ft3 |
2015 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 2015 Lexus LS.
2014 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV | Seats are just not comfortable for any trips lasting more than an hour. I'm 6'1 and my wife is 5'6" and we both found the seats to be uncomfortable on long trips see full Kia Sportage review |