Honda Civic (2017) vs. BMW 1-Series (2013) Specs

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2017 Honda Civic and 2013 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year	2017	2013
Model	Honda Civic	BMW 1-Series
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6500 295 lb-ft@2500	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300
Transmission	6-speed manual	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	2dr Coupe	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	104.7 in	1.6 in
Length	176.9 in	172.2 in	4.7 in
Width	70.8 in	68.8 in	2 in
Height	54.9 in	56.0 in	-1.1 in
Curb Weight	3132 lb.	3439 lb.	-307 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.4 gal.	14.0 gal.	-1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	37.9 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.9 in	54.0 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	0.0 in	54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	41.4 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	34.6 in	37.1 in	-2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.6 in	53.4 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	48.1 in	0.0 in	48.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	32.0 in	3.9 in
Total Legroom	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	73.4 in (over 2 rows)	4.8 in
Cargo Volume	12.1 ft³	10.0 ft³	2.1 ft³

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Honda Civic.

2013 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review

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