Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Lexus IS | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 107.5 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 193.0 in | 180.1 in | 12.9 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.9 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 54.7 in | 56.1 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4097 lb. | 3780 lb. | 317 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.1 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.9 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 53.7 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 30.6 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2011 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 |