Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Saab 9-5 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 106.4 in | 4.2 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 190.4 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 70.5 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 57.2 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3406 lb. | 3470 lb. | -64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.1 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.9 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 36.6 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -2.9 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.
2008 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable even with rear facing car seat behind either driver or passenger seat. Head room was good even with moon roof. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
These are the best seats ever designed. Really. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable and supportive. air-cooled seat option is great in the summer. Front seat ergonomics and comfort blow away those of bmw, infiniti and acura, although leather quality is not as good. see full Saab 9-5 review |