Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Ford Explorer | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 113.7 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 193.4 in | -8.5 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 73.7 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 72.8 in | -22 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4440 lb. | -985 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -11.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 59.0 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.4 in | -42.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.7 in | -6.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 58.9 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.9 in | -36.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -114.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -39.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -79 ft3 |
2014 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 2014 BMW i8.
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |