| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Toyota Prius | Lexus HS | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 147 hp@6000 138 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 184.8 in | -8.4 in |
| Width | 68.7 in | 70.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 59.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3042 lb. | 3682 lb. | -640 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 38.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 53.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 52.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.2 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 51.2 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 34.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.6 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 | 27.5 ft3 |
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus HS.