Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Toyota Prius v | |
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 Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.4 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 181.7 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 69.9 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 62.0 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3274 lb. | 181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 11.9 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 55.9 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.3 in | -41.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.6 in | -6.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 55.2 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -77.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -29.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 67.3 ft3 | -62.6 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.
2013 Toyota Prius v Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I am just over 6 ft. and spouse at 5ft 4. The seat can be raised plus forward and back. It fit us both well. see full Toyota Prius v review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Comfortable rear seating. Very roomy. see full Toyota Prius v review |