BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo (2014) vs. Honda Pilot (2012) Specs

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2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo and 2012 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2014	2012
Model	BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo	Honda Pilot
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	115.0 in	109.2 in	5.8 in
Length	190.0 in	191.4 in	-1.4 in
Width	72.0 in	78.5 in	-6.5 in
Height	59.4 in	71.0 in	-11.6 in
Curb Weight	3915 lb.	4299 lb.	-384 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	21.0 gal.	-5.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	40.0 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.2 in	61.5 in	-6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	58.6 in	-58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	41.4 in	0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	39.8 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.1 in	62.2 in	-8.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	56.9 in	-56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.2 in	38.5 in	0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.2 in	-38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	58.9 in	-58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	48.4 in	-48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.1 in	-32.1 in
Total Legroom	81.2 in (over 2 rows)	112 in (over 3 rows)	-30.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.3 ft³	18.0 ft³	0.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	18.4 ft³	47.7 ft³	-29.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.5 ft³	87.0 ft³	-30.5 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo

2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Though the latest 3-Series has a much roomier back seat than its predecessors, many people still find it insufficient for their needs, and step up to a midsize sedan or wagon such as the 5-Series or E-Class. Well, most of the 3-Series Gran Turismo's wheelbase stretch was put towards rear seat legroom, bumping it from 35.0 to 37.9 inches. Though a larger car, the E-Class has nearly four inches less total legroom--barely more than the 3 wagon, in fact. (But with a more comfortably positioned rear seat than the 3 wagon.) What the specs don't tell you is that the 3 GT's rear seat cushion, since it is positioned much higher than that in the wagons, provides better thigh support and a much more open view forward. To top it off, the 3 GT's rear seat back reclines. Here again, though, the E-Class wagon has a trick bonus: a rear-facing third-row seat. Though there's not enough headroom back there for anyone over 5-4, the seat is well-padded. If you want to seat seven in a pinch, the E-Class wagon is your only option with a sedan-like driving position (aside from the Tesla Model S). Update: this review originally stated that the 3GT has much more shoulder room than the regular 3-Series, and about as much as the E-Class. But it seems that the initial specs were inaccurate. The latest specs suggest shoulder room in the 3GT is about the same as that in the regular 3-Series. Its interior does feel significantly roomier, though, so the initial specs could yet provide the more accurate set. see full BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda Pilot

2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review

2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review

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