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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2013) vs. Lexus IS (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Lexus IS specs.

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2013 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 107.5 in -15.8 in
Length 157.3 in 180.1 in -22.8 in
Width 67.7 in 70.9 in -3.2 in
Height 49.0 in 56.1 in -7.1 in
Curb Weight 2447 lb. 3455 lb. -1008 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 17.2 gal. -4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 37.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 54.4 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 54.1 in -3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 43.9 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.7 in -36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.7 in -52.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 30.6 in -30.6 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) -31.4 in
Cargo Volume 5.3 ft3 13.0 ft3 -7.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus IS

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
 
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