Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW 4-Series | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 473 hp@6250 406 lb-ft@2650 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.2 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 187.9 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 72.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 54.1 in | 54.6 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3715 lb. | 3830 lb. | -115 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 51.0 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 34.5 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
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 2021 BMW 4-Series.