BMW X1 (2013) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2009) Specs

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2013 BMW X1 and 2009 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	BMW X1	Toyota RAV4
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	104.7 in	4 in
Length	176.5 in	181.1 in	-4.6 in
Width	70.8 in	71.5 in	-0.7 in
Height	60.8 in	66.3 in	-5.5 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	3680 lb.	211 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	15.9 gal.	0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	40.8 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	57.1 in	-2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.8 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	39.7 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	55.3 in	-0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.4 in	-52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	38.3 in	-3.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	43.3 in	-43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	30.0 in	-30 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	110.1 in (over 3 rows)	-33.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	12.3 ft³	2.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.8	37.2 ft³	-22.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	73.0 ft³	-25.3 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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW X1.

2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review

2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD	no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review
2009	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2008	4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review

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