Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 107.5 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 172.2 in | 180.1 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 70.9 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 56.1 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3439 lb. | 3527 lb. | -88 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 |
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.
2007 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The good of the front seat comfort is that the seats are ventilated. They could be stronger and cooler but that is my preference. Why is it that we cant get Audis, BMWs, or Lexus with fabric seats in the US? see full Lexus IS review |
2007 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 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 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 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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The front seat headrests are too far back for me. I feel if I use them I am looking at the sky because of their angle. I would prefer some fwd-rev adjustment which i have seen on other cars. see full Lexus IS review |