Toyota Prius (2016) vs. BMW X3 (2012) Specs
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2016 Toyota Prius and 2012 BMW X3 Specifications
Model Year |
2016 |
2012 |
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Model |
Toyota Prius |
BMW X3 |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Hatch |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
106.3 in |
110.6 in |
-4.3 in |
Length |
178.7 in |
183.0 in |
-4.3 in |
Width |
69.3 in |
74.1 in |
-4.8 in |
Height |
58.1 in |
65.4 in |
-7.3 in |
Curb Weight |
3075 lb. |
4112 lb. |
-1037 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
11.3 gal. |
17.7 gal. |
-6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
39.4 in |
40.7 in |
-1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
55.0 in |
57.3 in |
-2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
53.4 in |
0.0 in |
53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
43.2 in |
39.9 in |
3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.4 in |
39.1 in |
-1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
53.0 in |
56.0 in |
-3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
51.9 in |
0.0 in |
51.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
33.4 in |
36.8 in |
-3.4 in |
Total Legroom |
76.6 in (over 2 rows) |
76.7 in (over 2 rows) |
-0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
24.6 ft3 |
27.6 ft3 |
-3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
62.7 ft3 |
63.3 ft3 |
-0.6 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Toyota Prius
2016 |
For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan.
The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable.
The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia.
Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX.
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2016 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
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Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited.
Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility.
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW X3
2013 |
Thanks partly to power-adjustable side bolsters, the X3's optional sport seats are both supportive and comfortable. They're firm where you want them to be firm, yet (unlike those in the Audi and Mercedes-Benz) cushy where you want them to be cushy. The Volvo XC60's seats are also very comfortable, but can't quite match the BMW's lateral support.
You sit substantially higher than in a BMW sedan, both relative to the ground and to the instrument panel. The windshield is more distant than in the original X3, making the current one seem considerably larger, but it remains more upright than in most recently designed crossovers. The forward visibility many people buy a crossover to get can be gotten here.
Rear seat legroom increased by an inch with the 2011 redesign, and is now competitive. A couple of adults will fit, so there's no compelling functional reason to step up to the X5 unless you require tall people to be comfortable back there.
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