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2008 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Volvo S60 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Volvo S60 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5600 441 Nm@2100 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,361 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,422 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,729 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 67 L | -14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 973 mm | -10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 950 mm | -8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,359 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 813 mm | 851 mm | -38 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 283 L | 340 L | -57 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 2012 Volvo S60
| 2012 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2012 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review |
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