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2012 Nissan Versa and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Versa | Lexus IS | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 107.5 in | -5.1 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 180.1 in | -4.7 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 70.9 in | -4.2 in |
| Height | 59.6 in | 56.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2350 lb. | 3455 lb. | -1105 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.1 in | 54.1 in | -6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 52.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.2 in | 53.7 in | -7.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 30.6 in | 6.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Versa
| 2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus IS
| 2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
| 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 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 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not enough rear legroom. 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 |
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