Subaru Forester (2017) vs. Lexus IS (2009) Specs

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2017 Subaru Forester and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year	2017	2009
Model	Subaru Forester	Lexus IS
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	107.5 in	-3.6 in
Length	180.9 in	180.1 in	0.8 in
Width	70.7 in	70.9 in	-0.2 in
Height	66.4 in	56.1 in	10.3 in
Curb Weight	3296 lb.	3455 lb.	-159 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.2 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	37.2 in	4.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	54.4 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	54.1 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	43.9 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	36.7 in	3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	52.7 in	3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.0 in	53.7 in	-0.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	30.6 in	7.4 in
Total Legroom	81 in (over 2 rows)	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	6.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.4 ft³	13.0 ft³	21.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	74.7 ft³	13.0 ft³	61.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester 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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