Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,637 mm | 2,731 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,257 mm | 4,575 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,798 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,478 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,497 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 65 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 945 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,374 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 932 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 777 mm | 127 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 493 L | 368 L | 125 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,521 L | 13.0 | -12 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |