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2009 BMW 1-Series and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 238 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 106.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 174.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 69.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 52.8 in | 3.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3384 lb. | 3045 lb. | 339 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 54.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 32.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 2.4 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 RX-8
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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