4 questions about the e92...

fueledbymetal · 04-12-2007, 07:35 AM

The e92's been out long enough now that I hope these questions will be easy to answer:

1 - How much longer is the e92's front doors than the e90's? I'm wondering if the doors are noticeably longer when getting in & out of the car in a crowded parking lot.

2 - How roomy are the front & back seats relative to the e90?

3 - How much bigger is the trunk than the e90's?

4 - How's the road/wind noise relative to the e90? I'm wondering if the frameless windows make a difference here.

I tried searching but too many threads came back when using e90 & 92 as subjects.

STE92VE · 04-12-2007, 07:47 AM

Not to be a smart azz, but why don't you go down to your friendly dealer and test drive an E92. All your questions will be answered. Especially, since perception of space and room are personal and while someone may think the seats are comfy for them, you might find it a tight squeeze.

Most of the interior dimensions and capacities can be obtained from a website like Edmunds or KBB.

DFW_M · 04-12-2007, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by STE92VE

Not to be a smart azz, but why don't you go down to your friendly dealer and test drive an E92. All your questions will be answered. Especially, since perception of space and room are personal and while someone may think the seats are comfy for them, you might find it a tight squeeze.

+1
Also, why would you think that the trunk of e92 is larger than the e90's?

scottp999 · 04-12-2007, 08:05 AM

Go to one of the several dealerships in MD and have them park an e90 next to an e92 for you.

CoralRedPlz · 04-12-2007, 08:11 AM

took me 15 secs to find out that the trunk on the 335 sedan is 12 cubic feet, compared with 11.1 for the coupe.

this isnt the only place on the internets for bmw info.

fueledbymetal · 04-12-2007, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by STE92VE

Not to be a smart azz, but why don't you go down to your friendly dealer and test drive an E92.

I would, but he nearest dealer is almost 2 hours away. My next service isn't for another 6 months, so I won't be making any trips to the dealer before then.

I figured the trunk of the e92 would be bigger since the e92 is 3" longer than the e90 (see, I have been trying to find this onfo on my own

). I've never seen any place that mentions the door length. As for seating dimensions, I'm actually looking for subjective opinions. Official dimensions of seats aren't always directly comparable to real world application.

STE92VE · 04-12-2007, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by fueledbymetal

As for seating dimensions, I'm actually looking for subjective opinions. Official dimensions of seats aren't always directly comparable to real world application.

That's precisely the reason why I suggested seeing for your self. What others perceive may not represent your own idea of what roomy or tight would be.

Jay_328 · 04-12-2007, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by fueledbymetal

I would, but he nearest dealer is almost 2 hours away. My next service isn't for another 6 months, so I won't be making any trips to the dealer before then.

where's the problem? road trips in a bimmer are the best,

dude put that baby on the road.

Ascension · 04-12-2007, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by fueledbymetal

The e92's been out long enough now that I hope these questions will be easy to answer:

1 - How much longer is the e92's front doors than the e90's? I'm wondering if the doors are noticeably longer when getting in & out of the car in a crowded parking lot.

2 - How roomy are the front & back seats relative to the e90?

3 - How much bigger is the trunk than the e90's?

4 - How's the road/wind noise relative to the e90? I'm wondering if the frameless windows make a difference here.

I tried searching but too many threads came back when using e90 & 92 as subjects.

Seek and you shall find

FirstClass · 04-12-2007, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by dr325i

+1
Also, why would you think that the trunk of e92 is larger than the e90's?

Because it is.

bartman32 · 04-12-2007, 11:42 AM

Doors on 2 door cars are almost always longer than 4 door so someone can get in the back seat. I agree see for yourself if it works for you in person. That's the only way to really get a feel for it.

SA 325i Coupe · 04-12-2007, 11:45 AM

Cant answer anything comparatively (sorry) because I don't have an e90 in the garage to go compare to...
But, I can tell you that the doors of the e92 are VERY long...
often it is difficult to get in/out where some fool has parked too close to you. But even if that's not the case, the length of the doors still makes entry/exit quite a challenge.
My garage is average width and when I open the e92 door it has to rest against the garage wall to allow me to get in. My back brushes the car and my front brushes the inside of the door.

hope this caveat might help in some small way...
to sumarise: e92 = BIG doors!!!

KL2DC · 04-12-2007, 11:46 AM

fueledbymetal: Look up the Susan Komen Ultimate drive schedule for your area (either on BMW's website or NCC BMWCCA). You would have all the E92/93 seat time you require to best answer your questions while helping a good cause.

I sense an upgrade consideration in the works...didnt' you take delivery

fueledbymetal · 04-12-2007, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

I sense an upgrade consideration in the works...didnt' you take delivery

Yep - upgrade considerations

I'm trying to decide between the e92 M3 or wait an extra (or however long it takes) year for the e90 M3. I need to lay the ground work early to convince the wife, so I want to make sure the subtle hints I drop are consistant.

TonyLukes3 · 04-12-2007, 12:44 PM

I agree, take a trip to the closest dealership and see for yourself. Numbers don't always give you a good indicator. But if you're looking for numbers...

jmonier · 04-12-2007, 12:44 PM

I once scaled the doors from brochure/owner manual diagrams and the Coupe was a little less than 1 ft longer.

fueledbymetal · 04-12-2007, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jmonier

I once scaled the doors from brochure/owner manual diagrams and the Coupe was a little less than 1 ft longer.

Holy crap that's long! I was hoping for 3-4" tops. Like SA 325i Coupe, I have a regular size garage and my door is within a few mm of the wall when I open it.

STE92VE · 04-12-2007, 02:03 PM

If you can wait 2 weeks, I'll take a ruler to mine when I pick it up at PCD.

fueledbymetal · 04-12-2007, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by STE92VE

If you can wait 2 weeks, I'll take a ruler to mine when I pick it up at PCD.

Sweet - that would be cool. I can measure the e90 door tonight so that the knowledge can be shared with all.

Oh, enjoy you PCD! You should definitely have a blast. You also picked a good time of year - you should be able to see some nice spring scenery along your drive back.

DFW_M · 04-13-2007, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstClass

Because it is.

See post #5, or do the search before coming out with the stupid comment...again...

Gort · 04-13-2007, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by bartman32

Doors on 2 door cars are almost always longer than 4 door so someone can get in the back seat. I agree see for yourself if it works for you in person. That's the only way to really get a feel for it.

Your first name isn't Steve is it? As a long suffering Cubs fan, that name always makes me cringe.

bartman32 · 04-13-2007, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Gort

Your first name isn't Steve is it? As a long suffering Cubs fan, that name always makes me cringe.

Nope not Steve.

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STE92VE STEVIL Empire 219 Rep 6,297 Posts Drives: Fast Join Date: May 2006 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (0)	Not to be a smart azz, but why don't you go down to your friendly dealer and test drive an E92. All your questions will be answered. Especially, since perception of space and room are personal and while someone may think the seats are comfy for them, you might find it a tight squeeze. Most of the interior dimensions and capacities can be obtained from a website like Edmunds or KBB. __________________ 2007 E92 328i 6MT-Space Gray/Black Dakota/Gray Poplar w/heated seats-PCD 4/27/07 (SOLD) 2009 E90 328i xDrive 6AT-Space Gray/Oyster Dakota/Dark Burl Walnut w/ZPP,ZCW,Xenons-ED 4/17/09 - Redelivery 5/30/09 (SOLD) 2014 E84 xDrive28i 8AT-Alpine White/Black Nevada/Silver Matte w/ZMV,ZLP,494 - DD 3/14/14 (SOLD)
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