Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Audi A8 | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | 6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 461 lb-ft@4750 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 105.9 in | 11.9 in |
Length | 202.2 in | 174.5 in | 27.7 in |
Width | 76.7 in | 69.8 in | 6.9 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 55.8 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4729 lb. | 3505 lb. | 1224 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.4 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.5 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 53.4 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 33.0 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
2012 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A8.
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 |