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2012 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 114.7 in | -10 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 188.5 in | -16.3 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 75.2 in | -6.4 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 71.5 in | -15.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3439 lb. | 5093 lb. | -1654 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -11.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 39.9 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 59.9 in | -5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.8 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 59.8 in | -6.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 40.0 in | -8 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -8.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -62.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series
| 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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