Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 180 hp@4000 280 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 225 hp@3750 407 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 113.9 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 188.8 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 76.4 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 68.2 in | -11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3856 lb. | 4974 lb. | -1118 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.8 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.4 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.7 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.9 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 BMW 3-Series.
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |