Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.6 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 182.5 in | -6.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.3 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.3 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3225 lb. | 3406 lb. | -181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.3 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.0 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.1 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo S40.
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.