Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,604 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,526 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,808 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,570 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 64 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 993 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 991 mm | -26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 909 mm | -30 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 702 L | 674 L | 28 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 651 L | -626.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,642 L | 1,589 L | 0 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.
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |