Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 239 kW@5800 447 Nm@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,432 mm | 4,361 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,773 mm | 1,748 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,603 kg | 1,535 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 52 L | 53 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 963 mm | -962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 942 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 838 mm | 813 mm | 25 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 283 L | 105 L |
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 |
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 |