Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz A-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,728 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,636 mm | 4,549 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,640 kg | 1,570 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 51 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 945 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 861 mm | 31 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,923 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 368 L | 244 L | 124 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.