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BMW 3-Series (2011) vs. BMW 1-Series (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 3-Series and 2010 BMW 1-Series specs.

2011 BMW 3-Series and 2010 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2010  
Model BMW 3-Series BMW 1-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.7 in 104.7 in 4 in
Length 181.1 in 171.7 in 9.4 in
Width 70.2 in 68.8 in 1.4 in
Height 54.1 in 56.0 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 3362 lb. 3252 lb. 110 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.0 gal. 1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 37.9 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.3 in 54.0 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.4 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 37.1 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.9 in 53.4 in -1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.7 in 32.0 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 75.5 in (over 2 rows) 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 2.1 in
Cargo Volume 11.1 ft3 10.0 ft3 1.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 1-Series

2010 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
 
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