Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus LS | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 380 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 110.6 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 198.0 in | 182.5 in | 15.5 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 71.3 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4244 lb. | 3615 lb. | 629 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.3 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.1 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.1 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -77.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus LS.
2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.