Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Nissan LEAF | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 175.0 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 69.7 in | 6.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 61.0 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3256 lb. | 199 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.2 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 54.3 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.1 in | -42.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.3 in | -4.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 52.5 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | -75.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -25.3 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.
2013 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |