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BMW 3-Series (2015) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 BMW 3-Series and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2015 BMW 3-Series and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2015 2006  
Model BMW 3-Series Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.6 in 91.7 in 18.9 in
Length 182.5 in 157.3 in 25.2 in
Width 71.3 in 67.7 in 3.6 in
Height 56.3 in 49.0 in 7.3 in
Curb Weight 3410 lb. 2441 lb. 969 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.3 in 37.4 in 2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.1 in 53.2 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.6 in -50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 43.1 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 0.0 in 37.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 0.0 in 55.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 0.0 in 35.1 in
Total Legroom 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 34 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 5.3 ft3 7.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 BMW 3-Series

2015 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4
6-speed manual RWD
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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