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Chevrolet SS (2015) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Chevrolet SS and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2015 Chevrolet SS and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Chevrolet SS BMW 3-Series  
Engine 6.2L V8
OHV-2v
415 hp@5900
415 lb-ft@4600
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.8 in 110.6 in 4.2 in
Length 195.5 in 182.5 in 13 in
Width 74.7 in 71.3 in 3.4 in
Height 57.9 in 56.3 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 3975 lb. 3759 lb. 216 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.0 gal. 15.8 gal. 3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 40.3 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.1 in 55.1 in 4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.2 in 0.0 in 57.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.0 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 37.7 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.0 in 55.1 in 3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 58.0 in 0.0 in 58 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.7 in 35.1 in 4.6 in
Total Legroom 82 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 4.9 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 13.0 ft3 3.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet SS

2015 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Despite its slightly more compact exterior, the Chevrolet SS has a roomier back seat than the Dodge Charger. Rear headroom is in unexpectedly short supply in the latter. The Chevrolet also has a couple more inches of rear hiproom, so three adults won't have to get quite as cozy in its back seat. Both cars have about 16 cubic feet of trunk space. A good amount, but you'll find as much in most midsize sedans. Unlike the Charger's, the SS's rear seat cannot fold to expand the trunk. But a pass-through in the center is far larger than most. see full Chevrolet SS review
2015 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The front seats in the Chevrolet SS are comfortable. They also look like they'd provide generous lateral support, but don't, at least not for those of us who aren't built like linebackers. Thankfully the upper seat back features some synthetic suede trim, and this prevents sliding in hard turns. Still, a car with such high handling limits should have seats with much larger and more effective side bolsters--like those available in the Dodge Charger. see full Chevrolet SS review
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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