Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 109.5 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 183.0 in | 186.6 in | -3.6 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 73.3 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 67.7 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4222 lb. | 4788 lb. | -566 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.3 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.5 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.6 in | -60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.5 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
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.
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |