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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2008 BMW 7-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW 7-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 438 hp@6000 444 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 117.7 in | -7.1 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 198.4 in | -15.9 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 74.9 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3615 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1224 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 23.3 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.3 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 37.2 in | -2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
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