BMW X1 (2013) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2007) Specs

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2013 BMW X1 and 2007 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2007
Model	BMW X1	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	105.3 in	3.4 in
Length	176.5 in	187.8 in	-11.3 in
Width	70.8 in	70.1 in	0.7 in
Height	60.8 in	57.3 in	3.5 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	3706 lb.	185 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	18.0 gal.	-1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	38.7 in	2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	56.1 in	-1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.7 in	-54.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.3 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	38.6 in	1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	54.9 in	-0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.1 in	-54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	36.5 in	-1.6 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	-2.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	33.7 ft³	-18.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	60.5 ft³	-12.8 ft³

2013 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

2013 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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2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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