Model Year | 2018 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 261 hp@4000 457 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4200 236 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 101.5 in | 15.6 in |
Length | 194.6 in | 168.7 in | 25.9 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 69.5 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.2 in | 56.0 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4209 lb. | 3362 lb. | 847 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 54.3 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.8 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 34.8 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -35.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 BMW 5-Series.
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |