Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW 8-Series | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 523 hp@5500 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 111.1 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 191.2 in | -10.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 74.9 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 54.1 in | 53.0 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3715 lb. | 4478 lb. | -763 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 57.2 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.1 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 33.6 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 46.9 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 29.5 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 71.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -3.7 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 8-Series.