Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Audi A6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 114.7 in | -8.8 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 193.9 in | -19.4 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 73.8 in | -4 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.8 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3535 lb. | 4045 lb. | -510 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.2 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.3 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.8 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.3 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 37.4 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very supportive seats, nice leather, great heated seats. see full Audi A6 review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 review |