Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW X1 | Toyota Yaris | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
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Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 96.9 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 176.5 in | 150.6 in | 25.9 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 66.7 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 60.0 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 2340 lb. | 1187 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.4 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 51.4 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 37.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 50.4 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.7 in | -46.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 33.8 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 | 22 ft3 |
2015 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | When the engine and transmission are mounted sideways, much more space can be allocated for passengers and cargo. Compared to the BMW X3, which has a longitudinal powertrain, the X1 is nine inches shorter (175 vs. 184), two inches narrower (72 vs. 74), and two inches lower (64 vs. 66), yet it has a little more headroom, rear shoulder room, and legroom. A funny thing: according to the official specs, the 2013-2015 X1 had only an inch less combined legroom than the new one. The difference feels much greater. It helps that the seats are mounted higher in the new X1. Even the largest feet can fit beneath the front seats at a comfortable angle. Want to tap your toes while riding in back? Go for it, there's plenty of space under there--a rarity among upscale cars. This combined with the relatively high rear seat cushion means that the average adult (e.g. 5-9 me) enjoys sufficient thigh support, which is often lacking in much larger crossovers. When all the way back, a $300 sliding and reclining second-row seat adds another inch of rear legroom. Though worthwhile overall, its seat backs return to a fully vertical position after being folded. Each of its three sections must then be reset one by one at a comfortable angle, a nuisance. The Audi Q3's rear seat is far tighter. The spec sheet suggests a mere 31 inches of rear legroom, a considerable half-foot less than in the new X1. In reality the Audi's rear seat doesn't seem quite that tight. I can sit behind myself with at most two inches of knee room to spare, vs. about five in the BMW. Still, with a tall driver the Q3's rear legroom would becomes essentially zero. The Lincoln MKC's rear seat isn't much roomier than the Audi's, while the Lexus NX has about as much rear knee room as the BMW but a lower seat cushion and less foot room beneath its front seats. Though the new Mini Clubman shares both the new UKL platform and a 105-inch wheelbase with the 2016 X1, its roof is seven inches lower, a big difference, and its seats are mounted lower than those in the average car, much less a crossover. There's perhaps an inch more knee room than in the Audi. The next Mini Countryman should be close in size to the X1. see full BMW X1 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW X1.
2009 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I can adjust the seat back so I can reach all controls with just arm movement. I can raise the seat so my thighs are fully supported right out to my knees. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
For the size of car, there is a lot of front seat room see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Have driven Tampa - Durham multiple times (11-12 hrs each way). Seat feels REAL nice to me. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2009 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ride position too low. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ha ha ha ha! Perhaps a small dog would be comfortable back there. The only good thing about the back seat is that I've read it is not too hard to remove it entirely! see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not comfortable to sit in for more than an hour. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The back seats are extremely cramped when slid forward. They must be slid forward when a non-tiny amount of cargo needs to be put in the back. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Small in the back, but the seats can adjust, recline and fold down for cargo. see full Toyota Yaris review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
incofortable even for only two adults. The passanger in the center will be very inconfortable when tree passengers are in rear seat. see full Toyota Yaris review |