Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Lexus CT | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 102.4 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 170.1 in | 27.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 69.5 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 56.7 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3130 lb. | 360 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 53.9 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.0 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.5 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 52.6 in | 5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 51.8 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 32.9 in | 8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 7.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -17.6 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus CT.