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BMW X1 (2014) vs. Ford Explorer (2021) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2021 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2014 2021  
Model BMW X1 Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
224 kW@5800
407 Nm@1300
turbocharged
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
272 kW@5500
515 Nm@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 10-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,761 mm 3,025 mm -1 mm
Length 4,483 mm 5,050 mm -1 mm
Width 1,798 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,544 mm 1,775 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,765 kg 2,144 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 63 L 68 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,034 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,397 mm 1,570 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,504 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,074 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,008 mm 1,029 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,387 mm 1,572 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,501 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 886 mm 991 mm -105 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 988 mm -988 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,387 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,039 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 818 mm -818 mm
Total Legroom 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 419 L 515 L -96 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 14.8 1,356 L 13.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,351 L 2,486 L -1 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW X1

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
YearComment
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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