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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 2,761 mm 2,659 mm 0 mm
Length 4,600 mm 4,361 mm 0 mm
Width 1,783 mm 1,748 mm 0 mm
Height 1,374 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,525 kg 1,475 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 53 L 7 L
Headroom, Row 1 975 mm 963 mm 12 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,405 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 935 mm 942 mm -7 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,318 mm 1,356 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 856 mm 813 mm 43 mm
Total Legroom 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 314 L 283 L 31 L

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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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