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Ford Flex (2011) vs. BMW 3-Series (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Flex and 2010 BMW 3-Series specs.

2011 Ford Flex and 2010 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2010  
Model Ford Flex BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 117.9 in 108.7 in 9.2 in
Length 202.3 in 178.2 in 24.1 in
Width 75.9 in 71.5 in 4.4 in
Height 67.6 in 55.8 in 11.8 in
Curb Weight 4471 lb. 3462 lb. 1009 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 15.9 gal. 3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.8 in 38.5 in 3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.4 in 55.4 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.5 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.5 in 38.0 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 55.1 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 0.0 in 55 in
Legroom, Row 2 44.3 in 34.6 in 9.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.7 in 0.0 in 38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.8 in 0.0 in 50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 41.1 in 0.0 in 41.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.4 in 0.0 in 33.4 in
Total Legroom 118.5 in (over 3 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 42.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.4 ft3 24.8 ft3 -5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 45.0 ft3 24.8 20.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 86.7 ft3 58.0 ft3 28.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex

2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
everything see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 3-Series

2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 0 Not much room in rear see if driver is 6 feet tall see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With a 6-foot driver, rear seat room is barely adequate for adults, for short trips. This is typical for this car segment, though. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limited for adults see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
7-speed automated manual RWD
Wish the rear seats had 1" more legroom. see full BMW 3-Series review
 
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