BMW 3-Series (2015) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2014) Specs

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2015 BMW 3-Series and 2014 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2015	2014
Model	BMW 3-Series	Hyundai Sonata
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1200	2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.6 in	110.0 in	0.6 in
Length	182.5 in	189.8 in	-7.3 in
Width	71.3 in	72.2 in	-0.9 in
Height	56.3 in	57.9 in	-1.6 in
Curb Weight	3910 lb.	3503 lb.	407 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	18.5 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	40.0 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.1 in	57.9 in	-2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.2 in	-55.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	45.5 in	-3.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	37.8 in	-0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	56.7 in	-1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.9 in	-54.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	34.6 in	0.5 in
Total Legroom	77.1 in (over 2 rows)	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	-3 in
Cargo Volume	13.0 ft³	16.4 ft³	-3.4 ft³

2015 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

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2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review

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