Audi Q7 (2018) vs. BMW X1 (2013) Specs

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2018 Audi Q7 and 2013 BMW X1 Specifications

Model Year	2018	2013
Model	Audi Q7	BMW X1
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	108.7 in	9.2 in
Length	199.6 in	176.5 in	23.1 in
Width	77.5 in	70.8 in	6.7 in
Height	68.5 in	60.8 in	7.7 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3726 lb.	1212 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	16.6 gal.	5.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	41.3 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	55.0 in	4.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.4 in	0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	39.7 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	54.6 in	3.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	34.9 in	3.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	33.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	14.8 ft³	0 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	14.8	22.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	47.7 ft³	23.9 ft³

2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

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2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review

2013 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review

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