Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
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Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 115.0 in | 102.5 in | 12.5 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 174.3 in | 15.7 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 71.2 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 59.4 in | 66.3 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3915 lb. | 3433 lb. | 482 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.1 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.2 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.1 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 35.8 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -4.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.5 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo.
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |