Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus IS | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 425 hp@5500 406 lb-ft@1850 |
|
Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 110.6 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 182.5 in | -2.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.3 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 56.3 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 3595 lb. | 185 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.3 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.1 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.0 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 35.1 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW 3-Series.