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2009 BMW 1-Series and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 91.7 in | 13 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 157.3 in | 14.9 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 67.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 49.0 in | 6.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3626 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1185 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 37.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 53.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 0.0 in | 37 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 42.2 in | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 0.0 in | 32 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 30.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.5 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 1-Series
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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