BMW 3-Series (2014) vs. Honda Civic (2006) Specs

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2014 BMW 3-Series and 2006 Honda Civic Specifications

Model Year	2014	2006
Model	BMW 3-Series	Honda Civic
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1200	1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	CVT
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.6 in	106.3 in	4.3 in
Length	182.5 in	176.7 in	5.8 in
Width	71.3 in	69.0 in	2.3 in
Height	56.3 in	56.5 in	-0.2 in
Curb Weight	3910 lb.	2904 lb.	1006 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	13.2 gal.	2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.4 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.1 in	53.7 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.9 in	-51.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	42.2 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	37.4 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	52.4 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	51.0 in	-51 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	34.6 in	0.5 in
Total Legroom	77.1 in (over 2 rows)	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	0.3 in
Cargo Volume	13.0 ft³	12.0 ft³	1 ft³

2014 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The BMW 3-Series used to be tight inside, but it has grown with each redesign, especially the most recent one. The rear seat of the current sedan isn't nearly as roomy as that in the related 3-Series Gran Turismo hatchback. But it offers considerably more rear legroom than direct competitors like the Audi A4, Cadillac ATS, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. In fact, combined front and rear legroom is the same as in the one size-class up, ten-inch-longer Mercedes E-Class. (You do get a half-inch more rear headroom and nearly two inches more rear shoulder room in the Benz.) Beyond the specs, the BMW's rear seat is comfortably high off the floor, a rarity in the age of sedans with plunging coupe-like roof lines. see full BMW 3-Series review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW 3-Series.

2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review
2007	2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review
2006	2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review
2006	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review
2005	4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review

2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review
2007	2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review
2007	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD	merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review
2006	4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review
2005	4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review

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