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2011 BMW 3-Series and 2011 Nissan Quest Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 118.1 in | -9.4 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 200.8 in | -22.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 77.6 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 71.5 in | -15.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3462 lb. | 4367 lb. | -905 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 42.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 64.5 in | -9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.8 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 41.6 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 63.2 in | -8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 66.0 in | -66 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -44.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 63.6 ft3 | -38.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -50.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 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 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest
| 2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |
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