Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Lexus GX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.8 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 188.2 in | -3.3 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 74.0 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 74.6 in | -23.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 4871 lb. | -1416 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 57.5 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.8 in | -41.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 40.0 in | -7.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 57.4 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -103.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.7 | 49.7 ft3 | -45 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -72.8 ft3 |
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.
2006 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX review |