Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 239 kW@5900 450 Nm@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 239 kW@5800 447 Nm@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,600 mm | 4,432 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,783 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,374 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 1,603 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 52 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,019 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 927 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,318 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 838 mm | 18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 314 L | 388 L | -74 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.
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |