Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | BMW i8 | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.2 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 184.9 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 76.5 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 54.1 in | 50.8 in | 3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3715 lb. | 3455 lb. | 260 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.7 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 61.1 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 0.0 in | 41.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 32.4 in | 4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 51.5 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 0.0 in | 33.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 75.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.
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.