BMW 3-Series (2012) vs. Lexus LS (2017) Specs

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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2017 Lexus LS Specifications

Model Year	2012	2017
Model	BMW 3-Series	Lexus LS
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500	4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 386 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100
Transmission	6-speed manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.6 in	116.9 in	-6.3 in
Length	182.5 in	200.0 in	-17.5 in
Width	71.3 in	73.8 in	-2.5 in
Height	56.3 in	58.1 in	-1.8 in
Curb Weight	3615 lb.	4233 lb.	-618 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	22.2 gal.	-6.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	38.0 in	2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.1 in	58.5 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.4 in	-55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	43.7 in	-1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	38.0 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	56.9 in	-1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	35.8 in	-0.7 in
Total Legroom	77.1 in (over 2 rows)	79.5 in (over 2 rows)	-2.4 in
Cargo Volume	13.0 ft³	18.0 ft³	-5 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

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