Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 101.5 in | 15.4 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 173.5 in | 19.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.5 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.8 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3814 lb. | 3505 lb. | 309 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.5 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.7 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 41.5 in | 14.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 32.5 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series.
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |