Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,761 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,432 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,773 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,603 kg | 1,620 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 52 L | 60 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 935 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 838 mm | 856 mm | -18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 314 L | 74 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 |
2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.