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2008 BMW 1-Series and 2009 Lexus ES Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Lexus ES | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 109.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 191.1 in | -19.4 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 71.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 57.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3252 lb. | 3580 lb. | -328 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 37.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 57.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 35.9 in | -3.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus ES
| 2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |
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