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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) vs. BMW 5-Series (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2011 BMW 5-Series specs.

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2017 2011  
Model Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 BMW 5-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 116.9 in -13.1 in
Length 175.4 in 193.1 in -17.7 in
Width 70.7 in 73.2 in -2.5 in
Height 55.7 in 57.6 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 3197 lb. 3814 lb. -617 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.5 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.5 in 40.5 in -4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 58.3 in -3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.4 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 38.3 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.0 in 56.2 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 36.1 in -1 in
Total Legroom 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.2 in
Cargo Volume 12.3 ft3 18.4 ft3 -6.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD		 very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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