Model Year | 2010 | 2020 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 225 kW@6600 362 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,870 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,009 mm | 4,976 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,655 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 953 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 960 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 408 L | 473 L | -65 L |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2020 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
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