Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 463 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,992 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,636 mm | 5,136 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,948 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,705 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 82 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 968 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 983 mm | -91 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 368 L | 402 L | -34 L |
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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Audi A8 / S8.