Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW X1 | Toyota Highlander | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,483 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,798 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,544 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,595 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 63 L | 72 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,400 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 886 mm | 925 mm | -39 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 820 mm | -820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 297 L | 122 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 1,124 L | 13.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,351 L | 2,282 L | -1 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.
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |