Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | BMW X3 | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 110.6 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 183.8 in | 18.2 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 74.1 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 76.9 in | 66.1 in | 10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5165 lb. | 4230 lb. | 935 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 8.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 57.3 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 56.0 in | 9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 0.0 in | 60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.5 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 0.0 in | 61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 0.0 in | 25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 27.6 | 32.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 | 45.6 ft3 |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW X3.