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Lexus IS (2012) vs. BMW 3-Series (2016) Specs

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2012 Lexus IS and 2016 BMW 3-Series Specifications

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 2,731 mm 2,809 mm 0 mm
Length 4,575 mm 4,636 mm 0 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,811 mm 0 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,715 kg 1,631 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 65 L 60 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 945 mm 1,024 mm 944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,382 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,374 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,115 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 932 mm 958 mm -26 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,339 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,364 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 777 mm 892 mm -115 mm
Total Legroom 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 368 L 368 L 0 L

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