BMW X1 (2014) vs. Mazda CX-7 (2008) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2008 Mazda CX-7 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	BMW X1	Mazda CX-7
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	108.3 in	0.4 in
Length	176.5 in	184.0 in	-7.5 in
Width	70.8 in	73.7 in	-2.9 in
Height	60.8 in	64.8 in	-4 in
Curb Weight	3726 lb.	3929 lb.	-203 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	18.2 gal.	-1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	39.7 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	58.0 in	-3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.8 in	-54.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.7 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	39.3 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	55.8 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.0 in	-53 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	36.4 in	-1.5 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	-1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	29.9 ft³	-15.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	58.6 ft³	-10.9 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.

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review

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