BMW 1-Series (2008) vs. Lexus IS (2009) Specs

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2008 BMW 1-Series and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year	2008	2009
Model	BMW 1-Series	Lexus IS
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400	5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.7 in	107.5 in	-2.8 in
Length	171.7 in	180.1 in	-8.4 in
Width	68.8 in	70.9 in	-2.1 in
Height	56.0 in	56.1 in	-0.1 in
Curb Weight	3384 lb.	3780 lb.	-396 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	17.2 gal.	-3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.9 in	37.2 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.0 in	54.4 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.1 in	-54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	43.9 in	-2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	36.7 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.4 in	52.7 in	0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.0 in	30.6 in	1.4 in
Total Legroom	73.4 in (over 2 rows)	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	-1.1 in
Cargo Volume	10.0 ft³	13.0 ft³	-3 ft³

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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 IS

2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review

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