Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW X1 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 101.5 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 176.5 in | 168.7 in | 7.8 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 69.5 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 56.0 in | 4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3726 lb. | 3660 lb. | 66 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 38.1 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 54.3 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 36.9 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 52.8 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 34.8 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review |
2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW X1.
2007 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |