Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW XM | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 483 hp@5400 479 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 122.2 in | 101.5 in | 20.7 in |
Length | 201.2 in | 174.1 in | 27.1 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 70.5 in | 8.4 in |
Height | 69.1 in | 56.9 in | 12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 6094 lb. | 3508 lb. | 2586 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.9 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 54.7 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.7 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 35.8 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 41.5 in | 16 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 32.5 in | 7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 6.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 64.3 ft3 | 6.6 | 57.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 53.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW XM.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |