Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 389 hp@6400 385 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 109.8 in | 11.9 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 188.4 in | 16.6 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 75.2 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 68.1 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 5115 lb. | 4508 lb. | 607 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.7 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.1 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 59.5 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.5 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.3 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.0 | 42.3 ft3 | -24.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -77.4 ft3 |
2013 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 2013 Lexus LS.
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |