Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Audi A3 | BMW X3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6600 221 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 110.6 in | -9.1 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 183.0 in | -14.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 74.1 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 65.4 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3479 lb. | 4112 lb. | -633 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.9 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.0 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 36.8 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW X3.