BMW X3 (2012) vs. Volvo S60 (2014) Specs

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2012 BMW X3 and 2014 Volvo S60 Specifications

Model Year	2012	2014
Model	BMW X3	Volvo S60
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.6 in	109.3 in	1.3 in
Length	183.0 in	182.2 in	0.8 in
Width	74.1 in	73.4 in	0.7 in
Height	65.4 in	58.4 in	7 in
Curb Weight	4222 lb.	3812 lb.	410 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.7 gal.	17.8 gal.	-0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	38.3 in	2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	57.0 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.9 in	-54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	39.9 in	41.9 in	-2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.1 in	37.4 in	1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.0 in	55.2 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.5 in	-53.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	33.5 in	3.3 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	75.4 in (over 2 rows)	1.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	27.6 ft³	12.0 ft³	15.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	63.3 ft³	12.0 ft³	51.3 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.

2014 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review
2013	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review

2014 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review
2013	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review

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