Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Infiniti FX | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 205 kW@6200 363 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,648 mm | 4,803 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,882 mm | 1,925 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,661 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,915 kg | 1,971 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 90 L | -23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 1,003 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 894 mm | 41 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 782 L | 776 L | 6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,792 L | 1,826 L | 0 L |
2012 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Thanks partly to power-adjustable side bolsters, the X3's optional sport seats are both supportive and comfortable. They're firm where you want them to be firm, yet (unlike those in the Audi and Mercedes-Benz) cushy where you want them to be cushy. The Volvo XC60's seats are also very comfortable, but can't quite match the BMW's lateral support. You sit substantially higher than in a BMW sedan, both relative to the ground and to the instrument panel. The windshield is more distant than in the original X3, making the current one seem considerably larger, but it remains more upright than in most recently designed crossovers. The forward visibility many people buy a crossover to get can be gotten here. Rear seat legroom increased by an inch with the 2011 redesign, and is now competitive. A couple of adults will fit, so there's no compelling functional reason to step up to the X5 unless you require tall people to be comfortable back there. see full BMW X3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW X3.
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
the rear seats are great for kids, but not for adults. not lots of leg room. head and shoulder room is fine. see full Infiniti FX review |