Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Audi A8 | BMW i8 | |
Engine | 6.3L W12 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6200 461 lb-ft@4750 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 110.2 in | 7.6 in |
Length | 202.2 in | 184.9 in | 17.3 in |
Width | 76.7 in | 76.5 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 50.8 in | 6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4729 lb. | 3455 lb. | 1274 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 61.1 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 32.4 in | 5.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 51.5 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 80.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
2012 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A8.
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.