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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Lexus IS Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Lexus IS | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 107.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 180.1 in | -4.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 56.1 in | -3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3455 lb. | -391 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.2 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 52.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 30.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Lexus IS
| 2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. 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 |
| 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 RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
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