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Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Nissan Pathfinder
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | Pathfinder | Pathfinder | Pathfinder | Pathfinder | Pathfinder | Pathfinder | Pathfinder |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | S | SV | Hybrid SV | SL | Hybrid SL | Platinum | Hybrid Platinum |
| Engines | |||||||||
| Transmissions | |||||||||
| Drivetrains | |||||||||
| Tires | |||||||||
| Audio Systems | |||||||||
| Accessories | |||||||||
| Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |||||||||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
| Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||||||
| Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
| Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||
| Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
| Homelink. | |||||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
| Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking. | |||||||||
| When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
| Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||||||||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
| Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||||||||
| Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
| Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||
| Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |||||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | |||||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
| Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire. | |||||||||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||||||||
| Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||
| Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | |||||||||
| Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | |||||||||
| No crossbars. | |||||||||
| Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions. | |||||||||
| Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior. | |||||||||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
| Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | |||||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |||||||||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
| Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
| Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||||||
| Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | |||||||||
| Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
| A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | |||||||||
| Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | |||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
| Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||||
| The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically. | |||||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||||
| Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||||||||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | |||||||||
| Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
| One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | |||||||||
| Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||||||
| Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | |||||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output. | |||||||||
| Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
| Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||||||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||
| Includes CD player. | |||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||
| A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | |||||||||
| High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||||||
| Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
| Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
| Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks. | |||||||||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
| XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | |||||||||
| In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |||||||||
| Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
| Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
| Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
| Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
| We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||
| Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
| LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
| Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||||||||
| Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
| One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |||||||||
| Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||||||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
| Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||||||||
| Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||
| Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
| Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
| Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
| Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
| Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | |||||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
| Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||||||
| Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||||||
| Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
| Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
| Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |||||||||
| Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||||||
| Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | |||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Option Package Contents
M Sport Design
M Sport Design
Cold Weather Package
Sport Line Design
Power front seats
M Sport Design
Cold Weather Package
Sport Line Design
Power front seats
Cargo Package
Cargo Package
Cargo Package
Premium Package
Cargo Package
Premium Package
Cargo Package
Cargo Package
Mobile Entertainment System Package
Cargo Package
Mobile Entertainment System Package
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