BMW X1 (2014) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2011) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2011 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year	2014	2011
Model	BMW X1	Hyundai Genesis
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 385 hp@6500 333 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	115.6 in	-6.9 in
Length	176.5 in	195.9 in	-19.4 in
Width	70.8 in	73.4 in	-2.6 in
Height	60.8 in	58.3 in	2.5 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	4012 lb.	-121 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	19.3 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	40.4 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	58.3 in	-3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	44.3 in	-2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	37.7 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	57.9 in	-3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	38.6 in	-3.7 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	82.9 in (over 2 rows)	-6.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	15.9 ft³	-1.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	15.9 ft³	31.8 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.

2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review

2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012	4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012	4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review

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