Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Nissan Versa | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 102.4 in | 14.5 in |
Length | 200.0 in | 175.4 in | 24.6 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 66.7 in | 7.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 59.6 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4233 lb. | 2350 lb. | 1883 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 10.8 gal. | 11.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 51.7 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 48.1 in | 7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 51.9 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 46.2 in | 9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 37.0 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 3.2 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.
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |