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      11-26-2010, 09:47 PM   #1
darskiczd
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Drives: 2011 BMW X3 35i
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2010 vs. 2011 Cargo Capacity

The 2010 specs show

Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 30.0 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity: 71.0 cu.ft.

The 2011 specs show

Luggage volume m³ / ft³ 0,550-1,600 / 0,550-1,600 / 27.6-63.3

The numbers seem to suggest the 2010 has more cargo capacity than the 2011.

Yet the BMW literature states the following:

- 550L cargo capacity (15% improvement vs. previous generation)
- More trunk space than both Mercedes GLK and Audi Q5
- Up to 1600L capacity with split-folding rear seats

How does BMW claim a 15% improvement in cargo capacity for the 2011 when the 2010 shows bigger numbers? Are they measuring the cargo capacity differently in the 2010 vs. the 2011?
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