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2009 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 177.7 in | -5.5 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 69.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 57.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3626 lb. | 3548 lb. | 78 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 42.2 in | 54.1 in | -11.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 34.4 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -18.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.5 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -54.4 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 2008 Volvo V50
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
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