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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2018 2012  
Model Subaru Forester BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,595 mm 4,526 mm 0 mm
Width 1,796 mm 1,816 mm 0 mm
Height 1,687 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,507 kg 1,570 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 60 L 0 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,092 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 965 mm -964 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 879 mm 86 mm
Total Legroom 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 974 L 702 L 272 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,115 L 1,642 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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