BMW X1 (2014) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2007) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year	2014	2007
Model	BMW X1	Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	106.9 in	1.8 in
Length	176.5 in	178.4 in	-1.9 in
Width	70.8 in	68.0 in	2.8 in
Height	60.8 in	55.6 in	5.2 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	3685 lb.	206 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	16.4 gal.	0.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	38.9 in	2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	53.1 in	1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.9 in	-51.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.7 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	37.3 in	2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	54.3 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.5 in	-54.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	33.0 in	1.9 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	74.7 in (over 2 rows)	1.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	12.2 ft³	2.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	12.2 ft³	35.5 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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2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2006	4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2006	4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2006	4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review

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