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BMW 1-Series (2012) vs. BMW 3-Series (2019) Specs

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2012 BMW 1-Series and 2019 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2012 2019  
Model BMW 1-Series BMW 3-Series  
Engine 3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
172 kW@6500
271 Nm@2750
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
185 kW@5200
350 Nm@1450
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,659 mm 2,850 mm 0 mm
Length 4,374 mm 4,717 mm 0 mm
Width 1,748 mm 1,826 mm 0 mm
Height 1,422 mm 1,443 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,455 kg 1,628 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 59 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 963 mm 983 mm -20 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,372 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 955 mm -13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,356 mm 1,387 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 813 mm 894 mm -81 mm
Total Legroom 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 283 L 479 L -196 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series

2012 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review
 

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