BMW X1 (2014) vs. Honda Pilot (2016) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2016 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2014	2016
Model	BMW X1	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	111.0 in	-2.3 in
Length	176.5 in	194.5 in	-18 in
Width	70.8 in	78.6 in	-7.8 in
Height	60.8 in	69.8 in	-9 in
Curb Weight	3726 lb.	4230 lb.	-504 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	19.5 gal.	-2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	40.1 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	62.0 in	-7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	59.1 in	-59.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	40.9 in	0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	40.2 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	62.0 in	-7.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	57.3 in	-57.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	38.4 in	-3.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.9 in	-38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	57.6 in	-57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.6 in	-44.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.9 in	-31.9 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	111.2 in (over 3 rows)	-34.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	16.5 ft³	-1.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.8	46.8 ft³	-32
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	83.9 ft³	-36.2 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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW X1.

2016 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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