Jaguar XJ (2012) vs. BMW X3 (2014) Specs
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2012 Jaguar XJ and 2014 BMW X3 Specifications
Model Year |
2012 |
2014 |
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Model |
Jaguar XJ |
BMW X3 |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Sedan, ext. |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
124.3 in |
110.6 in |
13.7 in |
Length |
206.6 in |
183.0 in |
23.6 in |
Width |
74.6 in |
74.1 in |
0.5 in |
Height |
57.0 in |
65.4 in |
-8.4 in |
Curb Weight |
4131 lb. |
4112 lb. |
19 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
21.7 gal. |
17.7 gal. |
4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
38.4 in |
40.7 in |
-2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
58.3 in |
57.3 in |
1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
58.3 in |
0.0 in |
58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
41.5 in |
39.9 in |
1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
38.6 in |
39.1 in |
-0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
58.2 in |
56.0 in |
2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
58.3 in |
0.0 in |
58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
44.1 in |
36.8 in |
7.3 in |
Total Legroom |
85.6 in (over 2 rows) |
76.7 in (over 2 rows) |
8.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
15.2 ft3 |
27.6 ft3 |
-12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
15.2 ft3 |
63.3 ft3 |
-48.1 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Jaguar XJ
2013 |
This sporty, tailored theme continues with the shape of the 20-way-adjustable front seats. The A8's seats have even more adjustments, yet no matter how much you fiddle with them aren't nearly as form-fitting or as cosseting. The XJ's more precisely shaped, cushy (yet not at all mushy) buckets seem much more tailored to the human form. The space between their modestly sized but firm bolsters can be adjusted to provide more lateral support when this is called for.
The only noteworthy shortcoming of the XJ's front seats: though the headrests can be manually adjusted fore-and-aft, even in their most rearward position these press a bit much against the back of my head. Your physique and experience may vary.
The rear seats are similarly form-fitting, but without a center console to rob space.
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2012 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
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As mentioned when discussing the driving position, the XJ's front seat doesn't feel nearly as roomy as those in the Audi and BMW. But it also feels sportier. What's your priority?
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW X3
2013 |
Thanks partly to power-adjustable side bolsters, the X3's optional sport seats are both supportive and comfortable. They're firm where you want them to be firm, yet (unlike those in the Audi and Mercedes-Benz) cushy where you want them to be cushy. The Volvo XC60's seats are also very comfortable, but can't quite match the BMW's lateral support.
You sit substantially higher than in a BMW sedan, both relative to the ground and to the instrument panel. The windshield is more distant than in the original X3, making the current one seem considerably larger, but it remains more upright than in most recently designed crossovers. The forward visibility many people buy a crossover to get can be gotten here.
Rear seat legroom increased by an inch with the 2011 redesign, and is now competitive. A couple of adults will fit, so there's no compelling functional reason to step up to the X5 unless you require tall people to be comfortable back there.
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