Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6500 200 lb-ft@2750 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 167 hp@7000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 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 | 3494 lb. | 2447 lb. | 1047 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 |
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.
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |