Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.0 in | 110.4 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 191.6 in | -1.6 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 72.2 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 59.4 in | 58.5 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4103 lb. | 3571 lb. | 532 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 38.3 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.9 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.1 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 ft3 | 15.9 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 40.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.