Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,835 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,636 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,494 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,545 kg | 1,724 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 70 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,392 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 973 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,389 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 889 mm | 3 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 368 L | 422 L | -54 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.
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |