BMW 1-Series (2013) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2008) Specs

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2013 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2008
Model	BMW 1-Series	Toyota RAV4
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.7 in	104.7 in	0 in
Length	172.2 in	181.1 in	-8.9 in
Width	68.8 in	71.5 in	-2.7 in
Height	56.0 in	66.3 in	-10.3 in
Curb Weight	3439 lb.	3655 lb.	-216 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	-1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.9 in	40.8 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.0 in	57.1 in	-3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.8 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	39.7 in	-2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.4 in	55.3 in	-1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.4 in	-52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.0 in	38.3 in	-6.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	43.3 in	-43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	30.0 in	-30 in
Total Legroom	73.4 in (over 2 rows)	110.1 in (over 3 rows)	-36.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	10.0 ft³	12.3 ft³	-2.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	10.0	37.2 ft³	-27.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum	10.0 ft³	73.0 ft³	-63 ft³

2013 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

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2008 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review

2008 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD	Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2007	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review

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