BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo (2015) vs. Volkswagen Tiguan (2012) Specs
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2015 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2012 |
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Model |
BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo |
Volkswagen Tiguan |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Hatch |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
115.0 in |
102.5 in |
12.5 in |
Length |
190.0 in |
174.5 in |
15.5 in |
Width |
72.0 in |
71.2 in |
0.8 in |
Height |
59.4 in |
65.6 in |
-6.2 in |
Curb Weight |
3915 lb. |
3393 lb. |
522 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 |
55.0 in |
-0.9 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 |
23.8 |
-5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
56.5 ft3 |
56.1 ft3 |
0.4 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo
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 Volkswagen Tiguan
2013 |
4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room.
see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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