Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 382 hp@5800 369 lb-ft@1800 |
4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.6 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 182.5 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 71.3 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.3 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3849 lb. | 3759 lb. | 90 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.1 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.0 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.1 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 35.1 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW 3-Series.
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.