Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | BMW i8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 110.2 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 172.2 in | 184.9 in | -12.7 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 76.5 in | -7.7 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 50.8 in | 5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3439 lb. | 3455 lb. | -16 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 61.1 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 32.4 in | 4.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 51.5 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 0.0 in | 32 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 73.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
2012 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series.
2015 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cadillac ELR's rear seat is very tight for the average adult, but a couple 5-9 or under can sit back there without outright discomfort. The BMW i8's rear seat is so tight and so vestigial that putting all but the shortest people back there borders on cruel and unusual punishment. I squeezed into the i8's back seat to photograph its instrument panel interior and almost couldn't get out. For those who want an adult-friendly rear seat, the Tesla Model S is far superior to either coupe. see full BMW i8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW i8.