BMW X1 (2014) vs. Lexus LS (2013) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2013 Lexus LS Specifications

Model Year	2014	2013
Model	BMW X1	Lexus LS
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6400 347 lb-ft@4100
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	121.7 in	-13 in
Length	176.5 in	205.0 in	-28.5 in
Width	70.8 in	73.8 in	-3 in
Height	60.8 in	58.1 in	2.7 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	4695 lb.	-804 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	22.2 gal.	-5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	38.0 in	3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	58.5 in	-3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.4 in	-55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	43.7 in	-2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	38.0 in	1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	56.4 in	-1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	36.7 in	-1.8 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	80.4 in (over 2 rows)	-4.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	18.0 ft³	-3.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	18.0 ft³	29.7 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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2013 Lexus LS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The Jaguar's sports car-like interior design lends it a sporty character, but at the cost of front seat room, perceived even more than actual. The Lexus feels much roomier. The cushy, well-shaped front seats in the Lexus are among the most comfortable in the class. The Jaguar's are nearly as comfortable, though, and I like the BMW's most of all. Despite a plethora of adjustments, the Audi A8's are firmer and less form-fitting than the others. Move to the back seat, and even in the regular wheelbase cars there's plenty of room and comfort for most adults. The long wheelbase only makes sense if the back seat will often carry tall adults, or people who want limo-like legroom even if they don't have the legs of an NBA center. see full Lexus LS review

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