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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2010 Lexus IS Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Lexus IS | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 107.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 180.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3759 lb. | 3780 lb. | -21 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.2 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.7 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 30.6 in | 4.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 0 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
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Lexus IS
| 2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
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