Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 496 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 133.7 in | -23.1 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 215.3 in | -32.8 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 75.6 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 59.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3759 lb. | 5247 lb. | -1488 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 22.1 gal. | -6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.6 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 49.1 in | -14 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 90.8 in (over 2 rows) | -13.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 0.5 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 |
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 2021 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class.