Model Year | 2017 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 110.0 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 183.8 in | 190.7 in | -6.9 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 72.1 in | 2 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.9 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4230 lb. | 3468 lb. | 762 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 45.5 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.7 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 34.7 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.