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2008 BMW 1-Series and 2013 Hyundai Genesis Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Hyundai Genesis | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 429 hp@6400 376 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 115.6 in | -10.9 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 196.3 in | -24.6 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 74.4 in | -5.6 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 58.1 in | -2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3384 lb. | 4046 lb. | -662 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 58.3 in | -4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 44.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 57.9 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 38.6 in | -6.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -9.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Genesis
| 2013 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
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