Model Year | 2015 | 2020 | |
Model | Toyota Prius | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 176 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.0 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 195.9 in | -19.5 in |
Width | 68.7 in | 73.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 56.9 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3042 lb. | 3704 lb. | -662 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 37.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.9 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.0 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 54.3 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 39.2 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.6 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 22.9 ft3 |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Toyota Prius.
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Lexus ES.