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2011 BMW 3-Series and 2008 BMW Z4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW Z4 | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 98.2 in | 10.5 in |
| Length | 180.6 in | 161.1 in | 19.5 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 70.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Height | 54.5 in | 51.1 in | 3.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4145 lb. | 3197 lb. | 948 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 37.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 52.5 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.9 in | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.0 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 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 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW Z4
| 2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
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