Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW X1 | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1300 |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 221 kW@5500 400 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,837 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,483 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,798 mm | 1,867 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,544 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,765 kg | 1,975 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 63 L | 68 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 963 mm | -962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 886 mm | 986 mm | -100 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 515 L | -96 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,351 L | 18.2 | -17.2 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW X1.
2011 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |