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Volvo XC70 (2008) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo XC70 and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2008 Volvo XC70 and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Volvo XC70 BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.8 in 108.7 in 2.1 in
Length 190.5 in 178.2 in 12.3 in
Width 75.8 in 71.5 in 4.3 in
Height 63.1 in 55.8 in 7.3 in
Curb Weight 4092 lb. 3462 lb. 630 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 37.4 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.4 in 55.4 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 0.0 in 54.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.5 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 38.0 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 55.1 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.1 in 0.0 in 55.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 34.6 in 0 in
Total Legroom 76.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.3 ft3 24.8 ft3 8.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.1 ft3 58.0 ft3 14.1 ft3

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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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