Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1200 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 298 kW@5500 610 Nm@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,374 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,748 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,985 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 70 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 1,029 mm | 962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 973 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 813 mm | 917 mm | -104 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 283 L | 521 L | -238 L |
2012 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series.
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |