Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.1 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 171.7 in | 180.3 in | -8.6 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 68.5 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 58.1 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3373 lb. | 3395 lb. | -22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.3 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.8 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.5 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.2 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 33.5 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 1-Series.
2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is no lumbar support which makes it tough for drives over 2 hours. The seats could be better for its class. I think Subaru remedied this issue in the new body style, however. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |