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Audi A3 (2011) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

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2011 Audi A3 and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Audi A3 BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,285 mm 4,526 mm 0 mm
Width 1,765 mm 1,816 mm 0 mm
Height 1,422 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,480 kg 1,570 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 57 L 60 L -3 L
Headroom, Row 1 968 mm 950 mm 18 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,379 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 937 mm 965 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 884 mm 879 mm 5 mm
Total Legroom 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 371 L 702 L -331 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,546 L 1,642 L 0 L

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
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2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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