Audi SQ8 (2020) vs. BMW i8 (2015) Specs

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2020 Audi SQ8 and 2015 BMW i8 Specifications

Model Year	2020	2015
Model	Audi SQ8	BMW i8
Engine	turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 568 lb-ft@3000	turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	110.2 in	7.7 in
Length	196.6 in	184.9 in	11.7 in
Width	78.5 in	76.5 in	2 in
Height	67.2 in	50.8 in	16.4 in
Curb Weight	5324 lb.	3455 lb.	1869 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	11.1 gal.	11.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.1 in	38.7 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	61.1 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.6 in	0.0 in	41.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	32.4 in	5.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	51.5 in	7 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.2 in	0.0 in	40.2 in
Total Legroom	81.8 in (over 2 rows)	0 in (over 1 rows)	81.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	30.5 ft³	4.7 ft³	25.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	60.7 ft³	4.7 ft³	56 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Audi SQ8.

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