| Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
| Model | Toyota Venza | Lexus IS | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 236 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 185.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Width | 75.0 in | 72.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 56.5 in | 6.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3847 lb. | 198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 55.9 in | 4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.3 in | 1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 44.8 in | -4.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 53.4 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 32.2 in | 6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.1 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 | 59.3 ft3 |
| 2010 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Lexus IS.