Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | BMW X3 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 382 hp@5800 369 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 112.8 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 185.9 in | 5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.4 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 66.0 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3529 lb. | 4392 lb. | -863 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.6 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.3 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.0 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.4 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 28.7 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 62.7 ft3 | -47.8 ft3 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW X3.