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Re: Interior Space comparisons

          It is not so surprising that the Mazda Protege may have more 
          interior space than the 5-series.
          
          After all, rear-wheel drive takes a good toll on interior space.  
          Same thing for sophisticated suspensions that deliver both good 
          ride AND handling (a la BMW and Mercedes).  Keep in mind that for 
          the upcoming (to the US) Compact, BMW had to use a less 
          sophisticated rear suspension than on the "normal" E36, in order 
          to save space for rear seat room and trunk capacity.  At the same 
          time, I would bet the Protege does not even come close to BMW 
          ride or handling quality.
          
          BTW, haven't I heard that Mercedes is coming out soon with a 
          minivan for the space-starved customer ?  Will we be also seeing 
          BMW minivans (sounds like an oxymoron) in the future ?