Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,374 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,748 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,455 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 85 L | -32 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 1,011 mm | 962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 983 mm | -41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 813 mm | 937 mm | -124 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 283 L | 385 L | -102 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.0 | 1,243 L | 9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 | 2,370 L | 8 |
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.
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |