Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW i3 | Lexus ES | |
Engine | Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 109.3 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 157.4 in | 191.1 in | -33.7 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.1 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 62.1 in | 57.1 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 2634 lb. | 3580 lb. | -946 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -16.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.3 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.2 in | -42.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 56.3 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -78.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW i3.
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |