Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 175.6 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 68.7 in | 7.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 58.7 in | -7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3042 lb. | 413 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 11.9 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 54.9 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 37.6 in | -5.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 53.1 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.2 in | -51.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.0 in | -36 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -78.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -34.9 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.
2010 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I can seat comforably up front and rear passanger have plenty of knee room see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I have had people 6ft 2 inches in the back and they had head and leg room. The Insight is very tight and I, whom is 5 foot 10 inches tall had my head touching the roof, well the top the rear hatch actually. see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It fits. see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Everyone has leg room see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
no lumbar support on low end models see full Toyota Prius review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I think that the seats should be more supportive for back comfort see full Toyota Prius review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No height adjustment and a bizarre seating angle. see full Toyota Prius review |