Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Volvo V50 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.9 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 177.7 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 69.7 in | 6.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 57.2 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3326 lb. | 129 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 55.2 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.6 in | -41.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 38.1 in | -5.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 54.1 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 34.4 in | -34.4 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -76 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -22.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -58.2 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.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |