Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Subaru Outback | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 105.1 in | 16.6 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 188.7 in | 16.3 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 69.7 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 63.2 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4277 lb. | 3330 lb. | 947 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.5 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.4 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.0 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 44.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.7 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.6 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 33.9 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -48.2 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.
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review |
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |