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Lexus IS (2011) vs. BMW 1-Series (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Lexus IS and 2008 BMW 1-Series specs.

2011 Lexus IS and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Lexus IS BMW 1-Series  
Engine 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200		 turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1400		  
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 104.7 in 2.8 in
Length 182.5 in 172.2 in 10.3 in
Width 70.9 in 68.8 in 2.1 in
Height 55.7 in 55.6 in 0.1 in
Curb Weight 4165 lb. 3626 lb. 539 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 14.0 gal. 3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 38.6 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.3 in 54.0 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 0.0 in 54.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 41.4 in 2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 37.0 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 43.3 in 42.2 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 44.7 in 0.0 in 44.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 25.9 in 32.0 in -6.1 in
Total Legroom 70 in (over 2 rows) 73.4 in (over 2 rows) -3.4 in
Cargo Volume 10.8 ft3 8.5 ft3 2.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Lexus IS

2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series

2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review
 
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