Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Tesla Model 3 | BMW 1-Series | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 104.7 in | 8.5 in |
Length | 184.8 in | 171.7 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 68.8 in | 4 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.0 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 3252 lb. | 297 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -14 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.0 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.4 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.1 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.4 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 32.0 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |