BMW X1 (2013) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) Specs

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2013 BMW X1 and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	BMW X1	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	6.2L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@5600 417 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	4WD w/low range
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	116.0 in	-7.3 in
Length	176.5 in	202.0 in	-25.5 in
Width	70.8 in	79.0 in	-8.2 in
Height	60.8 in	76.9 in	-16.1 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	5480 lb.	-1589 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	26.0 gal.	-9.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.1 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	65.3 in	-10.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	64.4 in	-64.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.3 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	39.2 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	65.2 in	-10.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	60.6 in	-60.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	39.0 in	-4.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.9 in	-37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	61.7 in	-61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	25.6 in	-25.6 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	105.9 in (over 3 rows)	-29.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	16.9 ft³	-2.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.8	60.3 ft³	-45.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	108.9 ft³	-61.2 ft³

2013 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

2013 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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW X1.

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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