Model Year | 2016 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi A3 / S3 | BMW Z4 | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 98.2 in | 4 in |
Length | 175.4 in | 161.1 in | 14.3 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 70.1 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 51.1 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3396 lb. | 3086 lb. | 310 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 37.3 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.5 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.0 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.7 in | 0.0 in | 45.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.9 in | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.1 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 31.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 review |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |