Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2018) vs. BMW 2-Series (2014) Specs

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2018 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2014 BMW 2-Series Specifications

Model Year	2018	2014
Model	Audi A3 / S3 / RS3	BMW 2-Series
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	2dr Convertible	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.2 in	105.9 in	-3.7 in
Length	175.4 in	174.5 in	0.9 in
Width	70.2 in	69.8 in	0.4 in
Height	55.5 in	55.8 in	-0.3 in
Curb Weight	3824 lb.	3505 lb.	319 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	13.7 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.4 in	40.1 in	-2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	54.4 in	0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.5 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.3 in	36.5 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.7 in	53.4 in	-7.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.9 in	33.0 in	-1.1 in
Total Legroom	73.1 in (over 2 rows)	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	-1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	7.1 ft³	13.7 ft³	-6.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	9.9 ft³	13.7 ft³	-3.8 ft³

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2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review

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