BMW X1 (2014) vs. Audi A3 (2006) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2006 Audi A3 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2006
Model	BMW X1	Audi A3
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250	3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	101.5 in	7.2 in
Length	176.5 in	168.7 in	7.8 in
Width	70.8 in	69.5 in	1.3 in
Height	60.8 in	56.0 in	4.8 in
Curb Weight	3726 lb.	3660 lb.	66 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	15.0 gal.	1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	38.1 in	3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	54.3 in	0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.2 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	36.9 in	2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	52.8 in	1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	34.8 in	0.1 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	76 in (over 2 rows)	0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	13.1 ft³	1.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	54.6 ft³	-6.9 ft³

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review

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2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review
2007	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review
2006	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review

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